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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Axminster is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Axminster is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Trinity Square via Cabot Circus and Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Axminster via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Manchester to Axminster?

The distance between Manchester and Axminster is 275 miles. The road distance is 225.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Manchester to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Axminster bus from?

Manchester to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Axminster train from?

Manchester to Axminster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Axminster?

The best way to get from Manchester to Axminster is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Manchester to Axminster bus arrive?

Manchester to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Axminster train arrive?

Manchester to Axminster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Axminster is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Manchester to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

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There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Axminster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
6h 28m
£108–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
3. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Trinity Squarebus 30
7h 31m
£24–37
Drive 224.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Axminstercar 224.6 mi
4h 1m
£56–81
Fly to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
4h 29m
£90–231
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
7h 26m
£88–148
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
4. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Trinity Squarebus 30
8h 31m
£32–54
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain
5h 57m
£105–258

Manchester to Axminster by train

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Distance: 273.5 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Axminster via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Trinity Square via Bristol Bus Station, Cabot Circus, and Blackbrook BP Garage in around 7h 31m.

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