What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island is to bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at High Street via Bus Station and Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Mersea Island is 64 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 2h 59m and costs £28 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Victoria Station Interchange.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island is 39 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 887+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 55 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchester Towntrain
3. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
2h 59m
£28–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3h 28m
£6–10
Drive 38.5 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to West Merseacar 38.5 mi
55 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southend-on-Sea to West Merseataxi 38.5 mi
55 min
£90–110

Southend-on-Sea to Mersea Island by train and bus

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2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.5 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Mersea Island, England?

You can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to High Street via Bus Station, Osborne Street, and Town station in around 3h 28m.

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