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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Axminster is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Axminster is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at Trinity Square via Gatwick Airport South Terminal, Cabot Circus and Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Axminster via Clapham Junction and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Axminster?

The distance between Eastbourne and Axminster is 204 miles. The road distance is 166.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Axminster without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 37m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Eastbourne to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Axminster bus from?

Eastbourne to Axminster bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gildredge Road station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Axminster train from?

Eastbourne to Axminster train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Axminster?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Axminster is to train via London which takes 5h 37m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Axminster bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Axminster bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Axminster train arrive?

Eastbourne to Axminster train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Axminster is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Eastbourne to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain
5h 37m
£80–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
4. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Trinity Squarebus 30
10h 12m
£24–36
Drive 165.6 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Axminstercar 165.6 mi
3h 12m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 4m
£70–137
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Brighton Stationbus 12X / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Weymouthtrain
8h 1m
£62–114

Eastbourne to Axminster by train

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Distance: 203.1 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Axminster via Clapham Junction and Salisbury in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Trinity Square via Gatwick South Terminal, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, Bristol Bus Station, Cabot Circus, and Blackbrook BP Garage in around 10h 12m.

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