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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich station to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Old Cattle Market Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Mersea Island?

The distance between Ipswich and Mersea Island is 28 miles. The road distance is 25.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 1h 18m and costs £11 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Ipswich to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Ipswich to Mersea Island bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, depart from Old Cattle Market Bus Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Ipswich to Mersea Island bus services, operated by Ipswich Buses, arrive at Osborne Street station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Mersea Island is 26 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Ipswich to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 884+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

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

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

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
1h 18m
£11–20
Drive 25.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to West Merseacar 25.7 mi
37 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipswich to West Merseataxi 25.7 mi
37 min
£55–70
Bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
2h 8m

Ipswich to Mersea Island by train and bus

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 27.9 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to High Street via Osborne Street and Town station in around 2h 8m.

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