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

The cheapest way to get from Mersea Island to Sheerness is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mersea Island to Sheerness is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Mersea Island and Sheerness?

No, there is no direct train from Mersea Island to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Colchester Town and arriving at Sheerness-on-Sea via Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International and Sittingbourne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Mersea Island to Sheerness?

The distance between Mersea Island and Sheerness is 105 miles. The road distance is 84.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mersea Island to Sheerness without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Mersea Island to Sheerness, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Mersea Island to Sheerness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mersea Island to Sheerness?

Yes, the driving distance between Mersea Island to Sheerness is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Mersea Island to Sheerness.

Where can I stay near Sheerness?

There are 1305+ hotels available in Sheerness.

Mersea Island to Sheerness - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Mersea Island to Sheerness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester Town to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Sittingbournetrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
4h 35m
£49–88
Drive 84.3 mi
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1. Drive from West Mersea to Sheernesscar 84.3 mi
1h 39m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus Uk007
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Sittingbournetrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
6h 36m
£27–47

Mersea Island to Sheerness by bus and train

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Distance: 104.8 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Waldegraves Caravan Park to Sheerness-on-Sea via Osborne Street, Colchester Town, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Sittingbourne in around 4h 35m.

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