The average train between Bournemouth and Axminster takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Axminster at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Southampton Central and take an average of 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Axminster station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Bournemouth to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Bournemouth to Axminster train tickets online with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Bournemouth and Axminster is 79 km. The road distance is 183 km.
You can take a train from Bournemouth to Axminster via Southampton Central and Salisbury in around 3h 20m.