What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Mersea Island?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Mersea Island?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £22 - £35.

How far is it from Canterbury to Mersea Island?

The distance between Canterbury and Mersea Island is 124 miles. The road distance is 93.8 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Mersea Island without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 2h 41m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Mersea Island?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Canterbury to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Mersea Island is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Canterbury to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 886+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Canterbury to Mersea Island - 3 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Canterbury to Mersea Island by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
2h 41m
£61–118
Drive 93.3 mi
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1. Drive from Canterbury to West Merseacar 93.3 mi
1h 48m
£23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
4h 36m
£42–79

Canterbury to Mersea Island by train and bus

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2h 41mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.3 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Mersea Island, England?

There is no direct connection from Canterbury to Mersea Island. However, you can take the train to Stratford International, walk to Stratford International DLR Station, take the train to Stratford DLR Station, walk to Stratford (London), take the train to Colchester, take the train to Colchester Town, walk to Town station, then take the line 68 bus to Waldegraves Caravan Park. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canterbury West to High Street via Stratford International, London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U, Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA, and Town station in around 4h 36m.

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