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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Mersea Island is to bus and line 55 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Cathedral and arriving at High Street via Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Mersea Island?

The distance between Chelmsford and Mersea Island is 33 miles. The road distance is 25.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £13 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Chelmsford to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Mersea Island bus from?

Chelmsford to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Cathedral station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Osborne Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Mersea Island is 26 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Chelmsford to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 881+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Chelmsford to Mersea Island - 4 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Mersea Island by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
1h 15m
£14–24
Bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
2h 15m
£5–6
Drive 25.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to West Merseacar 25.7 mi
37 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to West Merseataxi 25.7 mi
37 min
£170–210

Chelmsford to Mersea Island by train and bus

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32.8 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Cathedral to High Street via Osborne Street and Town station in around 2h 15m.

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