The average train between Guildford and Axminster takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Guildford 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 Guildford and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Guildford is at 8:17 PM which arrives into Axminster at 11:03 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Axminster station via Axminster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Guildford to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Woking station.
Guildford to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Guildford to Axminster train tickets online with South Western Railway.
The distance between Guildford and Axminster is 176.9 km. The road distance is 202 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Woking to Axminster every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 16m.