What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Axminster?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Axminster is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Axminster?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Axminster is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £28 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Charing Cross and arriving at Trinity Square via Hammersmith Bus Station, Bus Station and The Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Axminster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Axminster. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Axminster?

The distance between Charing Cross and Axminster is 145 miles. The road distance is 146.9 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Axminster without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £28 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Axminster?

The train from London Waterloo to Axminster takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Axminster bus from?

Charing Cross to Axminster bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, depart from Hammersmith Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Axminster train from?

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

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Axminster?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Axminster is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £28 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 96 bus, which costs and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Axminster bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Axminster bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Axminster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Axminster is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Charing Cross to Axminster.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Axminster?

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1548+ hotels available in Axminster.

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

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

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 London Waterloo to AxminsterLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 42m
£28–110
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to TauntonLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the bus from The Parade to Trinity Square30
4h 28m
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Axminster146 mi
2h 57m
£37–53
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 / ...
6h 14m

Charing Cross to Axminster by train

96Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.1 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Axminster, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £28–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Charing Cross to Trinity Square via Hammersmith Bus Station, Bus Station, Boden Street, and The Guildhall in around 6h 14m.

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