What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at High Street via Coach Station, Railway Station and Head Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Mersea Island is 86 miles. The road distance is 76.6 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 68 bus which takes 3h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £27 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island is 77 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 937+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Mersea Island by train, bus, subway, or car

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 68 bus
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
3. Take the bus from Groves Close to High Street68
3h 16m
Drive 76.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to West Mersea76.1 mi
2h 6m
£19–28
Subway, train, bus
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Holborn station
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsford
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
4h 24m
Train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stratford (London)Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester TownLondon Liverpool Street - Colchester Town / ...
3h 33m
£28–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station717
3. Take the bus from Head Street to High Street55
4h 25m
£31–59

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Distance: 85 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Mersea Island, England?

You can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Waldegraves Caravan Park via Heathrow Terminal 5, Stratford (London), Colchester Town, and Town station in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to High Street via Coach Station, Railway Station, and Head Street in around 4h 25m.

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