What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Axminster?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Axminster is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Axminster?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Axminster is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at Trinity Square via Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Axminster?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Axminster is 50 miles. The road distance is 37.7 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Axminster without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Axminster without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 43m and costs £12 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Axminster?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Shepton Mallet to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Axminster bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Axminster bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Axminster bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Axminster bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Taunton Town Centre K station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Axminster is 38 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Shepton Mallet to Axminster.

Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1753+ hotels available in Axminster.

Shepton Mallet to Axminster - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 1 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Axminster by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Yeovil Junction to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 43m
£12–27
Drive 37.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Axminstercar 37.5 mi
58 min
£10–14
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Castle Cary Stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Yeovil Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Yeovil Junction to Axminstertrain
2h 49m
£16–38
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shepton Mallet to Axminstertaxi 37.5 mi
58 min
£75–95
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Crewkerne stationbus Cr6
3h 14m
£12–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
5h 10m

Shepton Mallet to Axminster by bus and train

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2h 43mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Axminster, England?

You can take a bus from Beech House to Axminster via Bus Station, Crewkerne station, and Crewkerne in around 3h 14m.

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