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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Axminster is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Axminster is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Paddington station and arriving at Axminster via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Paddington to Axminster?

The distance between Paddington and Axminster is 149 miles. The road distance is 145.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Paddington to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Axminster train from?

Paddington to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Where does the Paddington to Axminster train arrive?

Paddington to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Axminster is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Paddington to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1720+ hotels available in Axminster.

Paddington to Axminster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Paddington to Axminster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 48m
£58–138
Drive 144.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paddington to Axminstercar 144.9 mi
2h 55m
£36–52
Train, bus via Dorchester
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Heathrow Terminal 5train
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
7h 6m
£39–103
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
6h 18m
£194–430
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
4h 20m
£68–125

Paddington to Axminster by subway and train

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Distance: 147.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Axminster hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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