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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Axminster is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Axminster is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace and arriving at Trinity Square via Hammersmith Bus Station, Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Paddington station and arriving at Axminster via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Paddington to Axminster?

The distance between Paddington and Axminster is 149 miles. The road distance is 145.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Paddington to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Axminster bus from?

Paddington to Axminster bus services, operated by Berry's Coaches, depart from Hammersmith Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Axminster train from?

Paddington to Axminster train services, operated by South West Trains, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Paddington to Axminster?

The best way to get from Paddington to Axminster is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Paddington to Axminster bus arrive?

Paddington to Axminster bus services, operated by Berry's Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Paddington to Axminster train arrive?

Paddington to Axminster train services, operated by South West Trains, arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Axminster is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Paddington to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1142+ hotels available in Axminster.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 50m
Drive 144.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paddington to Axminstercar 144.9 mi
2h 54m
£36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sf1
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
7h 29m
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 53m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paddington to Axminster.

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Distance: 147.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

South West Trains operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly, and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Trinity Square via Hammersmith Bus Station, Bus Station, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 7h 29m.

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