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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Bus Station via Castle Way and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Axminster to Barnstaple?

The distance between Axminster and Barnstaple is 67 miles. The road distance is 56.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £17 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Axminster to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Axminster to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Axminster to Barnstaple is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £17 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Axminster to Barnstaple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Axminster to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Axminster to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Barnstaple is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Axminster to Barnstaple.

How do I get a train ticket from Axminster to Barnstaple?

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Axminster to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2h 29m
£17–23
Drive 56.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Barnstaple56.3 mi
1h 16m
£14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones30
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Bus Station502
3h 53m
Bus, line 325 bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Station44A
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Health Centre5C
3. Take the bus from New Health Centre to Bus Station325
5h 19m

Axminster to Barnstaple by train

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2h 29mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Bus Station via Waterstones, Castle Way, and Post Office in around 3h 53m.

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