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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Colchester Town via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Guildford to Mersea Island?

The distance between Guildford and Mersea Island is 97 miles. The road distance is 90.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Mersea Island without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Guildford to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Mersea Island train from?

Guildford to Mersea Island train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Where does the Guildford to Mersea Island train arrive?

Guildford to Mersea Island train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Mersea Island is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Guildford to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 821+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Guildford to Mersea Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 41m
£41–67
Drive 90 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Guildford to West Merseacar 90 mi
2h 17m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra2
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
6h 21m
£40–77
Train via High Street
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
4h 38m
£41–70

Guildford to Mersea Island by train, subway, and bus

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3h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 96.8 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Waldegraves Caravan Park via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Colchester, Colchester Town, and Town station in around 3h 41m.

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