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

The cheapest way to get from London to Mersea Island is to bus and line 55 bus which costs £9 - £19 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between London and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from London Stratford - Montfichet Road and arriving at High Street via Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from London to Mersea Island?

The distance between London and Mersea Island is 63 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from London to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

London to Mersea Island bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Stratford - Montfichet Road station.

Where does the London to Mersea Island bus arrive?

London to Mersea Island bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA station.

Can I drive from London to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Mersea Island is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from London to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 820+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

London to Mersea Island - 5 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from London to Mersea Island by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 55 / ...
2h 13m
£27–43
Bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
2. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
4h 18m
£9–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Angel Court to High Streetbus 55 / ...
3h 32m
£18–29
Drive 59 mi
1. Drive from London to West Merseacar 59 mi
1h 30m
£15–22
Train, line 55 bus via High Street
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
2. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
2h 22m
£27–42

London to Mersea Island by train and bus

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2h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.3 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from London Liverpool Street to High Street via Stratford (London), London Stratford - Montfichet Road, Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA, and Town station in around 4h 18m.

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