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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Axminster is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Axminster is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Axminster via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Basildon to Axminster?

The distance between Basildon and Axminster is 173 miles. The road distance is 176.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Basildon to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Axminster train from?

Basildon to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Axminster?

The best way to get from Basildon to Axminster is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 96 bus, which costs and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Basildon to Axminster train arrive?

Basildon to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Axminster is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Basildon to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1535+ hotels available in Axminster.

Basildon to Axminster - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, line 96 bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Basildon to Axminster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to AxminsterLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 17m
£40–115
Bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus StationSf2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boden Street96 / ...
8h 11m
Drive 175.4 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Axminster175.4 mi
3h 48m
£44–64
Fly from London City Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminster
7h 50m
£201–514
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to TauntonLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the bus from The Parade to Trinity Square30
5h 44m
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminster
7h 2m
£131–341
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminster
7h 40m
£178–524

London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT) flights

16Weekly Planes

5h 21mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.9 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £30–95 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basildon to Trinity Square via Barking, Barking Station, Trafalgar Square, Hammersmith Bus Station, Bus Station, Boden Street, and The Guildhall in around 8h 11m.

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