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

The cheapest way to get from Loughton to Mersea Island is to bus and line 371 bus which costs £11 - £17 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughton to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Loughton and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughton station to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at High Street via Four Wantz, Cathedral and Angel Court. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Loughton to Mersea Island?

The distance between Loughton and Mersea Island is 66 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughton to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 2h 16m and costs £29 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Loughton to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Loughton to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Four Wantz station.

Where does the Loughton to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Loughton to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Retail Market station.

Can I drive from Loughton to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughton to Mersea Island is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Loughton to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 833+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

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

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

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 55 / ...
2h 16m
£29–44
Bus, line 371 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Four Wantz to Retail Marketbus 46
2. Take the bus from Cathedral to High Streetbus 371 / ...
4h 33m
£12–17
Drive 48.4 mi
1. Drive from Loughton to West Merseacar 48.4 mi
1h 9m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Loughton to West Merseataxi 48.4 mi
1h 9m
£600–750
Train, line 55 bus via High Street
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
2. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
3h 13m
£29–47

Loughton to Mersea Island by subway, train, and bus

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 66.1 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Loughton, Essex, England and Mersea Island, England?

You can take a subway from Loughton station to High Street via Epping station, Railway Station, Four Wantz, Retail Market, Cathedral, High Street, and Angel Court in around 4h 33m.

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