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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Mersea Island is to line 104 bus and line 55 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at High Street via Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Harwich to Mersea Island?

The distance between Harwich and Mersea Island is 30 miles. The road distance is 26.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 1h 43m and costs £11 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Harwich to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Harwich to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Mayflower Avenue station.

Where does the Harwich to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Harwich to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street station.

Can I drive from Harwich to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Mersea Island is 27 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Harwich to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 884+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

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

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

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Harwich Town to Manningtreetrain Harwich Town - Manningtree / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
1h 43m
£11–22
Line 104 bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
2h 7m
£5–6
Drive 26.6 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to West Merseacar 26.6 mi
39 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harwich to West Merseataxi 26.6 mi
39 min
£55–70

Harwich to Mersea Island by train and bus

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 29.8 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to High Street via Stanwell Street and Town station in around 2h 7m.

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