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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Edinburgh is to train and fly which costs £55 - £170 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 25m and costs £90 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via County Hall, Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Axminster to Edinburgh?

The distance between Axminster and Edinburgh is 540 miles. The road distance is 428.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £85 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Axminster to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Axminster to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Axminster to Edinburgh is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £85 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs and takes 14h 3m.

Where does the Axminster to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Axminster to Edinburgh train arrive?

Axminster to Edinburgh train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Edinburgh is 429 miles. It takes approximately 7h 26m to drive from Axminster to Edinburgh.

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

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Axminster to Edinburgh - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Axminster to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
7h 38m
£89–239
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
5h 14m
£58–168
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
14h 3m
Drive 426.4 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Edinburghcar 426.4 mi
7h 26m
£105–151
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
10h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 183 / ...
15h 27m
Train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
4h 25m
£94–259
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
5h 40m
£124–286
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 2m
£64–223
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
6h 45m
£72–257
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 33m
£58–247

Axminster to Edinburgh by train, subway, and foot

119Weekly Services

7h 38mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 537.2 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Axminster to Edinburgh Waverley via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Waterstones, County Hall, Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 14h 3m.

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