The average train between Cardiff and Axminster takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Axminster at 11:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Axminster station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.
Cardiff to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Cardiff to Axminster train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Cardiff and Axminster is 78.6 km. The road distance is 228 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Axminster via Bristol Parkway and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 56m.