The average train between Axminster and Manchester takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. There is a train service every few hours 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.
Trains run hourly between Axminster and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Axminster is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Manchester at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 3m. 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 train from Axminster to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Axminster station and arriving at Manchester station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.
Axminster to Manchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.
Axminster to Manchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Axminster to Manchester train tickets online with South Western Railway and Cross Country.
The distance between Axminster and Manchester is 304.6 km. The road distance is 440 km.
You can take a train from Axminster to Manchester Piccadilly via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 36m.