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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Greyfriar Gate and arriving at High Street via St Margaret's Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station and Head Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Mersea Island?

The distance between Nottingham and Mersea Island is 191 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Mersea Island without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Nottingham to Mersea Island, including transfers.

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

Nottingham to Mersea Island bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Greyfriar Gate station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Mersea Island?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Mersea Island is to train via London which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Nottingham to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Nottingham to Mersea Island bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Mersea Island is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Nottingham to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 939+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Nottingham to Mersea Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nottingham 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras IntlNottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 50m
£42–175
Drive 142.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nottingham to West Mersea142.1 mi
2h 58m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate to St Margaret's Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Station777
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station717
7h 22m
£37–85
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to PeterboroughLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to ColchesterPeterborough - Colchester
5h 18m
£42–115

Nottingham to Mersea Island by train, subway, and bus

215Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nottingham to Mersea Island.

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Waldegraves Caravan Park via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, London Liverpool Street, Colchester, Colchester Town, and Town station in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriar Gate to High Street via St Margaret's Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station, and Head Street in around 7h 22m.

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