The average train between Dover and Axminster takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 every 2 hours between Dover and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Axminster at 12:08 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover 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 Dover to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Axminster station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Dover to Axminster train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Axminster train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Dover to Axminster train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Dover and Axminster is 304.3 km. The road distance is 360 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Axminster via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 1m.