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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Colchester Town via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Mersea Island?

The distance between Portsmouth and Mersea Island is 141 miles. The road distance is 134.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Mersea Island without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Portsmouth to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Portsmouth to Mersea Island train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Mersea Island train arrive?

Portsmouth to Mersea Island train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Mersea Island is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Portsmouth to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Portsmouth to Mersea Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 9m
£57–100
Drive 133.3 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to West Merseacar 133.3 mi
2h 59m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus
8h 3m
£49–79
Train via High Street
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
5h 6m
£57–103

Portsmouth to Mersea Island by train, subway, and bus

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4h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.3 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Waldegraves Caravan Park via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Colchester, Colchester Town, and Town station in around 4h 9m.

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