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The average train between Bristol and Axminster takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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.

2h 18m
Duration
103 mi
Distance
£53
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain train Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2h 37m
£42–78

Bristol to Axminster train times

Trains run hourly between Bristol and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Axminster at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 9m • 1 change

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway2h 23m • 1 change

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    Cross CountrySouth Western Railway1h 51m • 1 change

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    Cross CountrySouth Western Railway1h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway2h 11m • 1 change

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    Cross CountrySouth Western Railway1h 59m • 1 change

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    Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 15m • 1 change

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    Cross CountrySouth Western Railway1h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway2h 17m • 1 change

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway2h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountrySouth Western Railway1h 45m • 1 change

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway2h 19m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol 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.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Axminster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 102.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Axminster, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Axminster via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 37m.

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