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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Axminster is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 2m.

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 2m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Trinity Square via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

How far is it from Manchester to Axminster?

The distance between Manchester and Axminster is 245 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 and bus via Birmingham which takes 6h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m 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 National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Axminster bus arrive?

Manchester to Axminster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Axminster is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Manchester to Axminster.

Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1136+ hotels available in Axminster.

Manchester to Axminster - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Axminster by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, bus via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
6h 23m
Drive 224.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Axminstercar 224.6 mi
4h 2m
£56–81
Bus
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 106 / ...
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
9h 28m
Fly to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain
4h 17m
£83–277
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
8h 6m
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 31m
£104–228
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Axminstertrain
6h 20m
£99–307
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
7h 21m
£87–240

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT) flights

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Axminster.

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Distance: 244 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Trinity Square via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 9h 28m.

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