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

The cheapest way to get from Wickford to Mersea Island is to bus and line 55 bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wickford to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Wickford and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Wickford to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from The Swans and arriving at High Street via Bus Station and Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Wickford to Mersea Island?

The distance between Wickford and Mersea Island is 51 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wickford to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 2h 37m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Wickford to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Wickford to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Wickford to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Wickford to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Osborne Street station.

Can I drive from Wickford to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Wickford to Mersea Island is 30 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Wickford to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 881+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Wickford 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 / ...
2h 37m
£22–41
Bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
2h 53m
£6–10
Drive 29.6 mi
1. Drive from Wickford to West Merseacar 29.6 mi
43 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wickford to West Merseataxi 29.6 mi
43 min
£60–75

Wickford to Mersea Island by train and bus

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2h 37mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.1 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a bus from The Swans to High Street via Bus Station, Osborne Street, and Town station in around 2h 53m.

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