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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £17 - £25.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Mersea Island?

The distance between Lowestoft and Mersea Island is 98 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 3h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Lowestoft to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Mersea Island is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Lowestoft to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 905+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Lowestoft to Mersea Island - 3 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Lowestoft 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, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Norwich
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchester
3. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Park68 / ...
3h 18m
Drive 69.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lowestoft to West Mersea69.2 mi
1h 40m
£18–25
Train, bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswich
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Osborne Street93 / ...
3. Take the bus from Osborne Street to High Street55
4h 43m

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Distance: 97.3 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from Lowestoft to Mersea Island. However, you can take the train to Norwich, take the train to Colchester, take the train to Colchester Town, walk to Town station, then take the line 68 bus to Waldegraves Caravan Park. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lowestoft to High Street via Ipswich, Railway Station, and Osborne Street in around 4h 43m.

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