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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Taunton is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Taunton is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Waterstones. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Taunton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Axminster to Taunton?

The distance between Axminster and Taunton is 59 miles. The road distance is 20.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £12 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Axminster to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Taunton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Axminster to Taunton train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Taunton?

The best way to get from Axminster to Taunton is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £12 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Axminster to Taunton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Axminster to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Axminster to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Taunton is 20 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Axminster to Taunton.

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

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
1h 15m
£12–32
Drive 20.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Tauntoncar 20.2 mi
33 min
£5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
1h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Axminster to Tauntontaxi 20.2 mi
33 min
£40–55

Axminster to Taunton by train

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Taunton via Exeter St Davids in around 1h 15m. Alternatively, First Buses of Somerset operates a bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones hourly, and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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