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

The cheapest way to get from Mersea Island to Southampton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mersea Island to Southampton is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Mersea Island and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Mersea Island to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Colchester Town and arriving at Southampton Central via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Mersea Island to Southampton?

The distance between Mersea Island and Southampton is 147 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mersea Island to Southampton without a car is to line 68 bus and train which takes 3h 24m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Mersea Island to Southampton, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Mersea Island to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mersea Island to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Mersea Island to Southampton is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Mersea Island to Southampton.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2048+ hotels available in Southampton.

Mersea Island to Southampton - 3 ways to travel via train, line 68 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Mersea Island to Southampton 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 London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
3h 24m
£62–151
Drive 135.7 mi
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1. Drive from West Mersea to Southamptoncar 135.7 mi
3h 9m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester Town to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 15m
£63–151

Mersea Island to Southampton by bus, foot, train, and subway

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.5 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Waldegraves Caravan Park to Southampton Central via Osborne Street, Colchester Town, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 15m.

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