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 £30 - £55 and takes 10h 51m.

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 and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster station to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Station and arriving at Square via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/A4 and Sheffield Interchange/D3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Matlock via Exeter St Davids and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Axminster to Bakewell?

The distance between Axminster and Bakewell is 259 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 train which takes 6h 57m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m 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 Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Bakewell train from?

Axminster to Bakewell train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Axminster to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Axminster to Bakewell is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 51m.

Where does the Axminster to Bakewell bus arrive?

Axminster to Bakewell bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Axminster to Bakewell train arrive?

Axminster to Bakewell train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Bakewell?

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

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2673+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Axminster to Bakewell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to Bakewell by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 57m
£106–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk070 / ...
10h 51m
£34–54
Drive 204.7 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Bakewellcar 204.7 mi
4h
£52–74
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 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 / ...
11h 11m
£35–64

Axminster to Bakewell by train and bus

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6h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.9 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Matlock Street via Exeter St Davids, Derby, Matlock, and Interchange in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Axminster to Square via Yeovil Junction, Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/A4, and Sheffield Interchange/D3 in around 10h 51m.

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