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

The cheapest way to get from London to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £14 - £21.

How far is it from London to Mersea Island?

The distance between London and Mersea Island is 63 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Mersea Island without a car is to train and bus and line 55 bus which takes 2h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from London to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Can I drive from London to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Mersea Island is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from London to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 837+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

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

There are 4 ways to get from London to Mersea Island by train, bus, 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, bus, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
2. Take the bus from Groves Close to Gosfield Roadbus 8
3. Take the bus from Gosfield Road to High Streetbus 55 / ...
2h 11m
Drive 59 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to West Merseacar 59 mi
1h 31m
£15–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Head Streetbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Head Street to High Streetbus 55
3h 29m
Train, line 55 bus
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
2. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
2h 11m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from London to Mersea Island.

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Distance: 62.9 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

There is no direct connection from London to Mersea Island. However, you can take the train to Colchester, walk to Groves Close, take the bus to Gosfield Road, then take the line 55 bus to High Street. Alternatively, you can take a train from London Liverpool Street to High Street via Chelmsford, Bus Station, and Head Street in around 3h 29m.

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