The average train between Weymouth and Axminster takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Weymouth 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 3 times a day between Weymouth and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 11:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Weymouth is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Axminster at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Yeovil Pen Mill and take an average of 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Weymouth 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 Weymouth to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Weymouth station and arriving at Axminster station via Yeovil Pen Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Weymouth to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.
Weymouth to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Weymouth to Axminster train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Weymouth and Axminster is 42.2 km. The road distance is 82 km.
You can take a train from Weymouth to Axminster via Yeovil Pen Mill and Yeovil Junction in around 3h.