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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Manchester is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs £95 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Castle Way, Huntworth Lane M5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Axminster to Manchester?

The distance between Axminster and Manchester is 275 miles. The road distance is 225.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £60 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Axminster to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Axminster to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Manchester?

The best way to get from Axminster to Manchester is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £60 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Axminster to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Axminster to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Axminster to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Manchester is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Axminster to Manchester.

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

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Axminster to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Axminster to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 39m
£62–209
Drive 224.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Manchester224.6 mi
4h
£57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones30
2. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot CircusFal
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
7h 54m
Train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3h 45m
£95–296
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadilly
8h 29m
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Station106 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
8h 37m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
5h 10m
£112–330
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
4h 51m
£105–235

Axminster to Manchester by train

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Distance: 273.5 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Manchester Piccadilly via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Shudehill Interchange via Waterstones, Castle Way, Compass Inn, Huntworth Lane M5, Cabot Circus, and Bus Station in around 7h 54m.

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