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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Axminster is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 1m.

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 1m and costs £21 - £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 Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Swindon to Axminster?

The distance between Swindon and Axminster is 144 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 via Bristol which takes 3h 14m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m 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 Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Axminster is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Swindon to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1586+ hotels available in Axminster.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3h 14m
£76–178
Drive 89 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Axminstercar 89 mi
2h 1m
£22–32
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
4h 3m
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Salisburytrain Gloucester - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 20m
£59–123

Swindon to Axminster by train

139Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.5 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Axminster via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 14m.

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