The average train between Edinburgh and Axminster takes 9h 35m and the fastest train takes 8h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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 4 hours between Edinburgh and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Axminster at 10:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Wolverhampton and take an average of 9h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Axminster station via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.
Edinburgh to Axminster train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Axminster train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Edinburgh to Axminster train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Edinburgh and Axminster is 575 km. The road distance is 781 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Axminster via Wolverhampton, Birmingham New Street, and Exeter St Davids in around 8h 53m.