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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Axminster is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Axminster is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Axminster via London Victoria, Clapham Junction and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Axminster?

The distance between Gillingham and Axminster is 179 miles. The road distance is 185.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £29 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Gillingham to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Axminster train from?

Gillingham to Axminster train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Where does the Gillingham to Axminster train arrive?

Gillingham to Axminster train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Axminster is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Gillingham to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1553+ hotels available in Axminster.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 8m
£30–133
Drive 184.5 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Axminstercar 184.5 mi
3h 25m
£44–64
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain
5h 13m
£41–154
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from The Parade to Trinity Squarebus 30
5h 46m

Gillingham to Axminster by train and bus

98Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Gillingham to Axminster.

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Distance: 177.9 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Axminster via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Road, and London Waterloo in around 5h 8m.

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