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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to West Mersea is to bus and line 55 bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 14m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and West Mersea?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to West Mersea. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Melrose Rd via Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Harwich to West Mersea?

The distance between Harwich and West Mersea is 31 miles. The road distance is 26.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to West Mersea without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 1h 58m and costs £11 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Harwich to West Mersea, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Harwich to West Mersea bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harwich to West Mersea?

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

Where can I stay near West Mersea?

There are 833+ hotels available in West Mersea.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Harwich to West Mersea 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 Barfield Rdbus 68 / ...
1h 58m
£11–19
Bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Town station to Melrose Rdbus 68 / ...
2h 14m
£7–10
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
£120–150

Harwich to West Mersea by train and bus

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.9 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Melrose Rd via Stanwell Street and Town station in around 2h 14m.

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