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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Mersea Island is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Colchester Town via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Southampton to Mersea Island?

The distance between Southampton and Mersea Island is 147 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Mersea Island without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Southampton to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Southampton to Mersea Island bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Southampton to Mersea Island train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Mersea Island?

The best way to get from Southampton to Mersea Island is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Southampton to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Southampton to Mersea Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Mersea Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Mersea Island is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Southampton to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 27m
£65–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 26m
£29–64
Drive 135.6 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to West Merseacar 135.6 mi
3h 7m
£33–48
Train, line 68 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
4. Take the bus from Groves Close to High Streetbus 68
4h 50m
£81–144

Southampton to Mersea Island by train, subway, and bus

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Waldegraves Caravan Park via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Colchester, Colchester Town, and Town station in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, Osborne Street, and Town station in around 6h 26m.

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