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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Axminster is to fly and train which costs £45 - £170 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Axminster is to fly and train which takes 5h 4m and costs £85 - £280.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Axminster via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Axminster?

The distance between Edinburgh and Axminster is 540 miles. The road distance is 428.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Axminster without a car is to train via London which takes 8h 7m and costs £65 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Edinburgh to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Axminster train from?

Edinburgh to Axminster train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Axminster train arrive?

Edinburgh to Axminster train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Axminster is 428 miles. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Edinburgh to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1586+ hotels available in Axminster.

Edinburgh to Axminster - 10 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Axminster by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
8h 7m
£69–197
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
5h 54m
£48–170
Drive 425.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Axminstercar 425.8 mi
7h 25m
£104–150
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain
5h 4m
£86–274
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
8h 57m
£69–614
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
4. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
10h 31m
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain
6h 24m
£110–254
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
6h 40m
£57–173
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
7h 10m
£49–236
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
7h 37m
£72–266

Edinburgh to Axminster by train, foot, and subway

99Weekly Services

8h 7mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 537.1 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Axminster, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Axminster via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 8h 7m.

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