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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Penzance is to bus via Exeter which costs £10 - £35 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Penzance is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Albert Pier Road via Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Axminster to Penzance?

The distance between Axminster and Penzance is 158 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Axminster to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Penzance bus from?

Axminster to Penzance bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Penzance?

The best way to get from Axminster to Penzance is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via Exeter, which costs £10 - £35 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Axminster to Penzance bus arrive?

Axminster to Penzance bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Axminster to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Axminster to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Penzance is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Axminster to Penzance.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to Penzance 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 PenzanceExeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 25m
£29–64
Bus via Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Station44A
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Albert Pier RoadUkn49 / ...
5h 46m
£10–32
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Penzance135 mi
2h 26m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Honiton Road P&R44A
2. Take the bus from Honiton Road P&R to Bus Station406 / ...
6h 36m
£24–39

Axminster to Penzance by train

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Distance: 157.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Penzance via Exeter St Davids in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Albert Pier Road via Bus Station and Bampfylde Street in around 5h 46m.

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