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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Mersea Island is to line 200 bus and line 300 bus and bus which costs £8 - £14 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Gravesend and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Gravesend station to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Tilbury Town Station and arriving at High Street via Bus Station, Bus Station and Angel Court. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Gravesend to Mersea Island?

The distance between Gravesend and Mersea Island is 78 miles. The road distance is 58.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Gravesend to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Gravesend to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Tilbury Town Station.

Where does the Gravesend to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Gravesend to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Gravesend to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Gravesend to Mersea Island is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Gravesend to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 883+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

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

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

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 55 / ...
2h 20m
£36–72
Line 200 bus, line 300 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tilbury Town Station to Bus Stationbus 200
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
4h 39m
£8–14
Drive 57.7 mi
1. Drive from Gravesend to West Merseacar 57.7 mi
1h 17m
£14–21

Gravesend to Mersea Island by train and bus

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2h 20mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Tilbury Town Station to High Street via Bus Station, Bus Station, High Street, and Angel Court in around 4h 39m.

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