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The average train between Axminster and Manchester takes 6h and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Axminster to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h
Duration
274 mi
Distance
£142
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
5h 38m
£107–186

Axminster to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Axminster and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 12:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Axminster is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Manchester at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 25m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country4h 56m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country4h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country10h 8m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country4h 51m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country4h 51m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 32m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country4h 51m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 32m • 2 changes

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    South Western RailwayCross CountryCross Country5h 24m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Axminster to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Axminster to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 273.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Manchester Piccadilly via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 38m.

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