The average train between Shrewsbury and Axminster takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 6:59 PM which arrives into Axminster at 11:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury station and arriving at Axminster station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Shrewsbury to Axminster train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Shrewsbury to Axminster train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Shrewsbury to Axminster train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Shrewsbury and Axminster is 215.1 km. The road distance is 377 km.
You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Axminster via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 40m.