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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Axminster is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Axminster is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Trinity Square via The Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Axminster via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Axminster?

The distance between Cardiff and Axminster is 141 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £23 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Cardiff to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Axminster bus from?

Cardiff to Axminster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Axminster train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Axminster?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Axminster is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £23 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Cardiff to Axminster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Axminster train arrive?

Cardiff to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Axminster is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1546+ hotels available in Axminster.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminster
3h 29m
£23–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to County HallCp5
2. Take the bus from The Parade to Trinity Square30
3h 42m
Drive 94.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Axminster94.6 mi
1h 53m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TauntonCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from The Parade to Trinity Square30
3h 39m

Cardiff to Axminster by train

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.6 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Axminster, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Axminster via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Trinity Square via County Hall and The Parade in around 3h 42m.

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