The average train between Axminster and Shrewsbury takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Axminster to Shrewsbury. 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 Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Axminster is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 10:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Axminster to Shrewsbury? 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 Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Axminster station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Axminster to Shrewsbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.
Axminster to Shrewsbury train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Axminster to Shrewsbury train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Axminster and Shrewsbury is 215.1 km. The road distance is 377 km.
You can take a train from Axminster to Shrewsbury via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 2m.