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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Axminster is to bus which costs £16 - £26 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Axminster is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Trinity Square via Reading and Blackbrook BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Axminster via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Reading to Axminster?

The distance between Reading and Axminster is 113 miles. The road distance is 111.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Reading to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Axminster bus from?

Reading to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reading station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Axminster train from?

Reading to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Reading to Axminster?

The best way to get from Reading to Axminster is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £26 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Reading to Axminster bus arrive?

Reading to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Taunton BP Garage station.

Where does the Reading to Axminster train arrive?

Reading to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Reading to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Axminster is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Reading to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 12m
£41–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Taunton BP Garagebus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Trinity Squarebus 30
5h 50m
£17–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
3h 18m
£49–89
Drive 110.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Axminstercar 110.8 mi
2h 23m
£28–40

Reading to Axminster by train

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Distance: 112 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Axminster every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Trinity Square via Reading and Blackbrook BP Garage in around 5h 50m.

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