What is the cheapest way to get from Axminster to St Ives?

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to St Ives is to bus which costs £29 - £65 and takes 6h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Axminster to St Ives?

The fastest way to get from Axminster to St Ives is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at The Terrace via Bampfylde Street and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at St Erth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Axminster to St Ives?

The distance between Axminster and St Ives is 157 miles. The road distance is 133.9 miles.

How do I travel from Axminster to St Ives without a car?

The best way to get from Axminster to St Ives without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Axminster to St Ives?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Axminster to St Ives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to St Ives bus from?

Axminster to St Ives bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to St Ives train from?

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

Train or bus from Axminster to St Ives?

The best way to get from Axminster to St Ives is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Axminster to St Ives bus arrive?

Axminster to St Ives bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Axminster to St Ives train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Axminster to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to St Ives is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Axminster to St Ives.

How do I get a train ticket from Axminster to St Ives?

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There are 3 ways to get from Axminster to St Ives by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 55m
£69–138
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
6h 59m
£29–62
Drive 133.1 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to St Ivescar 133.1 mi
2h 28m
£33–47

Axminster to St Ives by train and bus

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and St Ives, Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Axminster to The Terrace via Exeter St Davids, St Erth, and Interchange in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to The Terrace via Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Foundry Square in around 6h 59m.

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