The average train between Sheffield and Axminster takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 6:56 PM which arrives into Axminster at 11:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Axminster station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Sheffield to Axminster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Axminster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Sheffield to Axminster train tickets online with Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Sheffield and Axminster is 307.6 km. The road distance is 433 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Axminster via Exeter St Davids in around 5h 9m.