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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Mersea Island is to bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at High Street via Norwich and Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Mersea Island?

The distance between Lowestoft and Mersea Island is 98 miles. The road distance is 71.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Lowestoft to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Lowestoft to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Waveney Chambers station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Mersea Island is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Lowestoft to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 886+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft to Mersea Island by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Norwichtrain
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
3h 8m
£44–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwich to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
5h 11m
£12–18
Train, bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Osborne Streetbus 93 / ...
3. Take the bus from Osborne Street to High Streetbus 55
4h 32m
Drive 71.4 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to West Merseacar 71.4 mi
1h 36m
£18–26
Train, line 68 bus
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain Lowestoft - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the bus from Groves Close to High Streetbus 68
3h 35m
£34–61

Lowestoft to Mersea Island by train and bus

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3h 8mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.3 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to High Street via Norwich, Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA, and Town station in around 5h 11m.

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