What is the cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Mersea Island?

The cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Mersea Island?

The fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Herne Bay and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct train from Herne Bay to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Herne Bay and arriving at Colchester Town via Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford (London) and Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Herne Bay to Mersea Island?

The distance between Herne Bay and Mersea Island is 115 miles. The road distance is 97.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Mersea Island without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Herne Bay to Mersea Island?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Herne Bay to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay to Mersea Island train from?

Herne Bay to Mersea Island train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Herne Bay station.

Where does the Herne Bay to Mersea Island train arrive?

Herne Bay to Mersea Island train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Herne Bay to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Herne Bay to Mersea Island is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Herne Bay to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 887+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Herne Bay to Mersea Island - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 9m
£56–109
Drive 97.2 mi
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1. Drive from Herne Bay to Mersea Islandcar 97.2 mi
1h 52m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
5h 16m
£37–70

Herne Bay to Mersea Island by train and bus

104Weekly Services

3h 9mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.8 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Herne Bay, England and Mersea Island, England?

You can take a train from Herne Bay to Waldegraves Caravan Park via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), Colchester, Colchester Town, and Town station in around 3h 9m.

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