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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Axminster is to bus via Exeter which costs £10 - £35 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Axminster is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Albert Pier Road and arriving at Trinity Square via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Axminster via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Penzance to Axminster?

The distance between Penzance and Axminster is 158 miles. The road distance is 136.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £21 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Penzance to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Axminster bus from?

Penzance to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Albert Pier Road station.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Axminster train from?

Penzance to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.

Train or bus from Penzance to Axminster?

The best way to get from Penzance to Axminster is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £21 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Exeter, which costs £10 - £35 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Penzance to Axminster bus arrive?

Penzance to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Penzance to Axminster train arrive?

Penzance to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Axminster is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Penzance to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St DavidsPenzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to AxminsterExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 11m
£22–99
Bus via Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albert Pier Road to Bampfylde StreetUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Square44A
6h 29m
£10–32
Drive 135.8 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Axminster135.8 mi
2h 28m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride406
2. Take the bus from Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride to Trinity Square44A
7h 1m
£24–40

Penzance to Axminster by train

134Weekly Trains

4h 11mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.5 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Axminster via Exeter St Davids in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Albert Pier Road to Trinity Square via Bampfylde Street and Bus Station in around 6h 29m.

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