The average bus between Axminster and Manchester takes 11h 30m and the fastest bus takes 8h 35m. The bus service runs several times per day from Axminster to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Axminster and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 11:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Axminster is at 6:15 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Honiton Road P&R and take an average of 11h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Axminster to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Axminster station and arriving at Manchester station via Honiton Road P&R. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.
Axminster to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Trinity Square station.
Axminster to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.
Book your Axminster to Manchester bus tickets online with Stagecoach South West and National Express.
The distance between Axminster and Manchester is 304.6 km. The road distance is 445 km.
You can take a bus from Trinity Square to Manchester Central Coach Station via Honiton Road P&R, Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 13m.