What is the cheapest way to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet is to line 96 bus and bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Old Market Road via The Parade and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Axminster to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Axminster and Shepton Mallet is 45 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

How do I travel from Axminster to Shepton Mallet without a car?

The best way to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 3h 7m and costs £13 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Shepton Mallet bus from?

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

Where does the Axminster to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Axminster to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Shepton Mallet is 38 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Axminster to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Axminster to Shepton Mallet - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Yeovil Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Yeovil Junction to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the bus from Castle Cary Station to Frithfield Lanebus 1
3h 7m
£13–31
Line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boden Street to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Frithfield Lanebus 1
5h 8m
£5–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from The Parade to Bus Stationbus 374
4h
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Shepton Malletcar 37.4 mi
58 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Axminster to Shepton Mallettaxi 37.4 mi
58 min
£75–95

Axminster to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

21Weekly Services

3h 7mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet.

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Distance: 44.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

You can take a bus from Trinity Square to Old Market Road via Waterstones, The Parade, and Bus Station in around 4h.

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