What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester Town to Mersea Island?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester Town to Mersea Island is to line 55 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester Town to Mersea Island?

The fastest way to get from Colchester Town to Mersea Island is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester Town and Mersea Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Town station station and arriving at Waldegraves Caravan Park. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Colchester Town to Mersea Island?

The distance between Colchester Town and Mersea Island is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester Town to Mersea Island without a car is to line 55 bus which takes 28 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Colchester Town to Mersea Island?

The line 55 bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Park takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colchester Town to Mersea Island bus from?

Colchester Town to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Town station.

Where does the Colchester Town to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Colchester Town to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Waldegraves Caravan Park station.

Can I drive from Colchester Town to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester Town to Mersea Island is 9 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Colchester Town to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 884+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Colchester Town to Mersea Island - 4 ways to travel via line 55 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester Town to Mersea Island by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 55 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
28 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester Town to West Merseataxi 8.5 mi
14 min
£20–25
Drive 8.5 mi
1. Drive from Colchester Town to West Merseacar 8.5 mi
14 min
£3
Line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Playing Fieldsbus 63
42 min
£2–4

Colchester Town to Mersea Island by bus

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Colchester Town, England and Mersea Island, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Park every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 28 min.

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