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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Mersea Island is to line 300 bus and bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Bus Station and Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Basildon to Mersea Island?

The distance between Basildon and Mersea Island is 80 miles. The road distance is 35.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus via London which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Basildon to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Basildon to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Basildon to Mersea Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Mersea Island is 35 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Basildon to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 840+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Basildon to Mersea Island - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 55 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Basildon to Mersea Island by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 55 bus via London
best
1. Take the train from Basildon to West Hamtrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 68 / ...
2h 23m
£34–68
Line 300 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3h 31m
£6–10
Drive 35.2 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to West Merseacar 35.2 mi
51 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to West Merseataxi 35.2 mi
51 min
£75–90
Train, line 55 bus
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 / ...
3h 6m
£24–43

Basildon to Mersea Island by train, subway, and bus

288Weekly Services

2h 23mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Basildon to Mersea Island.

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via Bus Station, Osborne Street, and Town station in around 3h 31m.

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