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

The cheapest way to get from Shenfield to Mersea Island is to line 351 bus and bus and line 55 bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shenfield to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Shenfield and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Shenfield to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Hutton Road and arriving at High Street via Cathedral and Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Shenfield to Mersea Island?

The distance between Shenfield and Mersea Island is 43 miles. The road distance is 36 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shenfield to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 1h 33m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Shenfield to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Shenfield to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Hutton Road station.

Where does the Shenfield to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Shenfield to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Retail Market station.

Can I drive from Shenfield to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Shenfield to Mersea Island is 36 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Shenfield to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 882+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Shenfield to Mersea Island - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 55 bus

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

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
1h 33m
£18–32
Line 351 bus, bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hutton Road to Retail Marketbus 351
2. Take the bus from Cathedral to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
3h 10m
£6–10
Drive 35.8 mi
1. Drive from Shenfield to West Merseacar 35.8 mi
49 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shenfield to West Merseataxi 35.8 mi
49 min
£75–90

Shenfield to Mersea Island by train and bus

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1h 33mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.3 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Hutton Road to High Street via Retail Market, Cathedral, Osborne Street, and Town station in around 3h 10m.

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