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

The cheapest way to get from Mersea Island to Margate is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mersea Island to Margate is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Mersea Island and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Mersea Island to Margate. However, there are services departing from Colchester Town and arriving at Margate via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Mersea Island to Margate?

The distance between Mersea Island and Margate is 145 miles. The road distance is 108.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mersea Island to Margate without a car is to line 68 bus and train which takes 3h 21m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Mersea Island to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mersea Island to Margate train from?

Mersea Island to Margate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester Town station.

Where does the Mersea Island to Margate train arrive?

Mersea Island to Margate train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Mersea Island to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Mersea Island to Margate is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Mersea Island to Margate.

Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Margate.

Mersea Island to Margate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 68 bus, bus

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

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Line 68 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Waldegraves Caravan Park to Bruff Closebus 68
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
3h 21m
£66–141
Drive 107.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Mersea to Margatecar 107.6 mi
2h 3m
£27–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
4h 38m
£57–122
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester Town to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 11m
£67–141

Mersea Island to Margate by bus, foot, and train

108Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.6 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Waldegraves Caravan Park to Margate via Osborne Street, Colchester Town, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h 11m.

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