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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Bus Station via Taunton BP Garage, Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Shrewsbury?

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

How far is it from Axminster to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Axminster and Shrewsbury is 236 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £40 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Axminster to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Shrewsbury bus from?

Axminster to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Taunton BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Axminster to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 5h and costs £40 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Axminster to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Axminster to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Axminster to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Axminster to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Shrewsbury is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Axminster to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to Shrewsbury by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
5h
£40–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
8h 16m
£18–44
Drive 160 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Shrewsburycar 160 mi
3h 32m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
6h 41m

Axminster to Shrewsbury by train

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Map of how to get from Axminster to Shrewsbury.

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Distance: 234.5 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Shrewsbury via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Bus Station via Ilminster Road Busway, Taunton BP Garage, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 16m.

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