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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Leicester is to bus via Bristol which costs £21 - £40 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Leicester is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via County Hall and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Leicester via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Axminster to Leicester?

The distance between Axminster and Leicester is 233 miles. The road distance is 174.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Axminster to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Leicester bus from?

Axminster to Leicester bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Leicester?

The best way to get from Axminster to Leicester is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Axminster to Leicester bus arrive?

Axminster to Leicester bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Taunton Town Centre K station.

Where does the Axminster to Leicester train arrive?

Axminster to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Leicester is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Axminster to Leicester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
5h 6m
£97–157
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Bus Stationbus 374
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus
9h 50m
£22–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
9h 16m
£32–56
Drive 173.9 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Leicestercar 173.9 mi
3h 17m
£43–62

Axminster to Leicester by train

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Distance: 231.4 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Leicester via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to St Margaret's Bus Station via Taunton Town Centre K, County Hall, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 16m.

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