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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Dorset is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Dorset is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Dorchester South via Yeovil Pen Mill and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Axminster to Dorset?

The distance between Axminster and Dorset is 38 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Dorset without a car is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £4 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Axminster to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Dorset bus from?

Axminster to Dorset bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Dorset?

The best way to get from Axminster to Dorset is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Axminster to Dorset bus arrive?

Axminster to Dorset bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Axminster to Dorset train arrive?

Axminster to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Yeovil Pen Mill station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Dorset is 33 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Axminster to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
3h 43m
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Yeovil Pen Milltrain Exeter St Davids - Salisbury / ...
2. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
4h 12m
£20–41
Drive 32.7 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Dorsetcar 32.7 mi
48 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Axminster to Dorsettaxi 32.7 mi
48 min
£140–180

Axminster to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 37.3 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Trinity Square to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station and South Station in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Axminster to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Yeovil Pen Mill, Upwey, Dorchester South, and Trinity Street in around 4h 12m.

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