What is the cheapest way to get from Axminster to Bakewell?

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Bakewell is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Axminster to Bakewell?

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Bakewell is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Square via County Hall, Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

How far is it from Axminster to Bakewell?

The distance between Axminster and Bakewell is 239 miles. The road distance is 205.9 miles.

How do I travel from Axminster to Bakewell without a car?

The best way to get from Axminster to Bakewell without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 52m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Axminster to Bakewell?

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Axminster to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Bakewell bus from?

Axminster to Bakewell bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where does the Axminster to Bakewell bus arrive?

Axminster to Bakewell bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Waterstones station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Bakewell is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Axminster to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2704+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Axminster to Bakewell - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Axminster to Bakewell by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Derbytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
7h 52m
£87–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
10h 47m
£35–64
Drive 204.7 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Bakewellcar 204.7 mi
4h 1m
£51–74

Axminster to Bakewell by bus and train

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7h 52mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.6 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Bakewell, England?

You can take a bus from Trinity Square to Square via Waterstones, County Hall, Birmingham Coach Station, and Sheffield Interchange/D3 in around 10h 47m.

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