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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Axminster is to bus which costs £21 - £80 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Axminster is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Trinity Square via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

How far is it from Preston to Axminster?

The distance between Preston and Axminster is 267 miles. The road distance is 248.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Axminster without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Preston to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Axminster bus from?

Preston to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Axminster bus arrive?

Preston to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Preston to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Axminster is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Preston to Axminster.

Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1533+ hotels available in Axminster.

Preston to Axminster - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Preston 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Taunton
3. Take the bus from The Parade to Trinity Square30
7h 20m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Square44A
9h 54m
£22–77
Drive 246.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Axminster246.9 mi
4h 10m
£62–90
Train, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminster
5h 26m
£95–328
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to County Hall101
4. Take the bus from The Parade to Trinity Square30
10h 57m
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisbury
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminster
6h 35m
£101–215
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Woking to Axminster
7h 20m
£98–288

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT) flights

5Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 265.4 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Trinity Square via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 9h 54m.

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