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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Portland is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Portland is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Portland. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Victoria Square via Bus Station and Kings Statue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Portland. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Weymouth via Yeovil Pen Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Axminster to Portland?

The distance between Axminster and Portland is 42 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Portland without a car is to bus which takes 2h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Axminster to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Portland bus from?

Axminster to Portland bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Portland train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to Portland?

The best way to get from Axminster to Portland is to bus which takes 2h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Axminster to Portland bus arrive?

Axminster to Portland bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Axminster to Portland train arrive?

Axminster to Portland train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Yeovil Pen Mill station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Portland is 33 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Axminster to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Portland.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
2h 42m
Drive 33 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Portlandcar 33 mi
52 min
£8–12
Train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Yeovil Pen Milltrain Exeter St Davids - Salisbury
2. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
2h 44m
£22–46
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Axminster to Portlandtaxi 33 mi
52 min
£70–85

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Distance: 41.4 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Portland, Dorset, England?

You can take a bus from Trinity Square to Victoria Square via Bus Station and Kings Statue in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Axminster to Mereside via Yeovil Pen Mill, Weymouth, and King Street in around 2h 44m.

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