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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Southampton and West Mersea?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to West Mersea. 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 4h.

How far is it from Southampton to West Mersea?

The distance between Southampton and West Mersea is 148 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to West Mersea without a car is to train via Colchester which takes 4h and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Southampton to West Mersea, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Southampton to West Mersea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to West Mersea?

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

Where can I stay near West Mersea?

There are 821+ hotels available in West Mersea.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to West Mersea by train or car

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Train via Colchester
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 / ...
4h
£59–104
Drive 135.6 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to West Merseacar 135.6 mi
3h 7m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
4h 50m
£59–107
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Shenfieldtrain
4. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchester Towntrain
5h 23m
£72–153

Southampton to West Mersea by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Barfield Rd via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Colchester, Colchester Town, and Town station in around 4h.

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