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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Axminster is to train and bus via Mendip which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Axminster is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Axminster via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Swindon to Axminster?

The distance between Swindon and Axminster is 88 miles. The road distance is 89.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Swindon to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Axminster train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Axminster train arrive?

Swindon to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Axminster is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Swindon to Axminster.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to Axminster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Westbury (Wilts)train Swindon - Westbury / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 54m
£36–76
Train, bus via Mendip
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bath Spatrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Ilminster Road Buswaybus 374
4. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Trinity Squarebus 30
6h 26m
£19–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
3h 35m
£41–81
Drive 89 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Axminstercar 89 mi
2h 2m
£23–32
Train, bus via Bristol
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
3. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Trinity Squarebus 30
4h 23m
£22–39

Swindon to Axminster by train

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Distance: 87.1 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Axminster via Westbury (Wilts) in around 2h 54m.

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