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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £21 - £35.

How far is it from Whitstable to Mersea Island?

The distance between Whitstable and Mersea Island is 113 miles. The road distance is 92.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 4h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Whitstable to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Mersea Island is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Whitstable to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 838+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Whitstable to Mersea Island by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester Towntrain
3. Take the bus from Town station to High Streetbus 55 / ...
4h 5m
Drive 92.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to West Merseacar 92.3 mi
1h 48m
£22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Head Streetbus 371 / ...
4h 25m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitstable to Mersea Island.

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Distance: 112.5 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

There is no direct connection from Whitstable to Mersea Island. However, you can take the train to Stratford International, walk to Stratford International Station, take the bus to Stratford City Bus Station, walk to Stratford (London), take the train to Colchester Town, walk to Town station, then take the line 55 bus to High Street. Alternatively, you can take a train from Whitstable to High Street via Stratford International, Stratford International Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Stratford (London), Chelmsford, Bus Station, and Head Street in around 4h 25m.

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