The average train between Bedford and Axminster takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Axminster. 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 Bedford and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Axminster at 12:08 AM. All services require a transfer at West Hampstead Thameslink and take an average of 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Axminster? 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 Bedford to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Axminster station via West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Bedford to Axminster train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Axminster train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Bedford to Axminster train tickets online with Thameslink, London Underground (Tube) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Bedford and Axminster is 231 km. The road distance is 315 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Axminster via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 40m.