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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Axminster is to bus which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 39m.

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 station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Trinity Square via Plymouth Coach Station and Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

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 9m.

How far is it from Penzance to Axminster?

The distance between Penzance and Axminster is 158 miles. The road distance is 136 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 9m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m 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 National Express, depart from Bus 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 9m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Penzance to Axminster bus arrive?

Penzance to Axminster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach 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 136 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, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 9m
£69–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ridebus Fal
3. Take the bus from Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride to Trinity Squarebus 44A
6h 39m
£19–62
Drive 135.2 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Axminstercar 135.2 mi
2h 28m
£33–48
Fly, train
1. Fly from Land'S End Airport (LEQ) to Exeter (EXT)plane LEQ - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain
5h 31m
£50–332

Penzance to Axminster by train

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4h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.5 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Trinity Square via Plymouth Coach Station and Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride in around 6h 39m.

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