The average train between Chippenham and Axminster takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Chippenham 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 Chippenham and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 12:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Chippenham is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Axminster at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chippenham 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 Chippenham to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Chippenham station and arriving at Axminster station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Chippenham to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Chippenham station.
Chippenham to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Chippenham to Axminster train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Chippenham and Axminster is 96.9 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a train from Chippenham to Axminster via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 9m.