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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Axminster is to bus via Exeter which costs £10 - £15 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Axminster is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Bideford Quay and arriving at Trinity Square via Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Axminster via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Bideford to Axminster?

The distance between Bideford and Axminster is 76 miles. The road distance is 65 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Bideford to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Axminster bus from?

Bideford to Axminster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Axminster train from?

Bideford to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Bideford to Axminster?

The best way to get from Bideford to Axminster is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Bideford to Axminster bus arrive?

Bideford to Axminster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Where does the Bideford to Axminster train arrive?

Bideford to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Axminster is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Bideford to Axminster.

Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1756+ hotels available in Axminster.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
3h 34m
£30–64
Bus via Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Opposite Church to Stonebus 5B
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus 44A
6h
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
5h
Drive 64.6 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Axminstercar 64.6 mi
1h 26m
£16–23

Bideford to Axminster by bus, foot, and train

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 75.4 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Kingsley Road to Axminster via High Wall, Barnstaple, and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Trinity Square via Bus Station, County Hall, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 5h.

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