What is the cheapest way to get from Manningtree to Brightlingsea?

The cheapest way to get from Manningtree to Brightlingsea is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manningtree to Brightlingsea?

The fastest way to get from Manningtree to Brightlingsea is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £27 - £33.

Is there a direct bus between Manningtree and Brightlingsea?

No, there is no direct bus from Manningtree to Brightlingsea. However, there are services departing from The Skinners Arms and arriving at Victoria Place via The George. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Manningtree to Brightlingsea?

The distance between Manningtree and Brightlingsea is 21 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manningtree to Brightlingsea without a car?

The best way to get from Manningtree to Brightlingsea without a car is to line 87 bus which takes 1h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Manningtree to Brightlingsea?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Manningtree to Brightlingsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manningtree to Brightlingsea bus from?

Manningtree to Brightlingsea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from The Skinners Arms station.

Where does the Manningtree to Brightlingsea bus arrive?

Manningtree to Brightlingsea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street station.

Can I drive from Manningtree to Brightlingsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Manningtree to Brightlingsea is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Manningtree to Brightlingsea.

Where can I stay near Brightlingsea?

There are 945+ hotels available in Brightlingsea.

Manningtree to Brightlingsea - 4 ways to travel via line 87 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manningtree to Brightlingsea by bus, taxi, 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.

Line 87 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Groves Close to Victoria Place87
1h 15m
Drive 11.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manningtree to Brightlingsea11.8 mi
19 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manningtree to Brightlingsea11.8 mi
19 min
£27–33
Line 104 bus, line 87 bus
1. Take the bus from The Skinners Arms to Stanwell Street104 / ...
2. Take the bus from The George to Victoria Place87
1h 35m

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Manningtree, England and Brightlingsea, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Groves Close to Victoria Place every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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