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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Axminster is to bus which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Axminster is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Axminster?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lower Summerlands and arriving at Trinity Square. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Axminster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter Central and arriving at Axminster. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Exeter to Axminster?

The distance between Exeter and Axminster is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £9 - £30.

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

The train from Exeter Central to Axminster takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Axminster bus from?

Exeter to Axminster bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Lower Summerlands station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Axminster train from?

Exeter to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Exeter Central station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Axminster?

The best way to get from Exeter to Axminster is to train which takes 35 min and costs £9 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Exeter to Axminster bus arrive?

Exeter to Axminster bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Trinity Square station.

Where does the Exeter to Axminster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Axminster is 27 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Exeter to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1534+ hotels available in Axminster.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to AxminsterExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
35 min
£9–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lower Summerlands to Trinity Square44A
1h 28m
£3–4
Drive 26.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Axminster26.6 mi
34 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter to Axminster26.6 mi
34 min
£150–190

Exeter to Axminster by train

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35 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 26.9 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Exeter Central to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £9–15 and the journey takes 35 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Stagecoach South West operates a bus from Lower Summerlands to Trinity Square every 3 hours. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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