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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Shepton Mallet is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 58 min.

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 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster station to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Crewkerne station and arriving at Frithfield Lane via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

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 2h 10m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m 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 in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Crewkerne station.

Where does the Axminster to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

Axminster to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus 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 1468+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

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

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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 Castle Carytrain Exeter St Davids - Salisbury
2. Take the bus from Castle Cary Station to Frithfield Lanebus 1
2h 10m
£18–37
Drive 37.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Shepton Malletcar 37.4 mi
58 min
£10–14
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Crewkerne station to Bus Stationbus Cr6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Frithfield Lanebus 1
3h 21m
£12–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Axminster to Shepton Mallettaxi 37.4 mi
58 min
£75–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Bus Stationbus 374
4h 16m

Axminster to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

8Weekly Services

2h 10mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.3 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Frithfield Lane via Crewkerne, Crewkerne station, and Bus Station in around 3h 21m.

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