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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Axminster is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Axminster is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central Station and arriving at Trinity Square via Bournemouth Station, South Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Axminster via Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Southampton to Axminster?

The distance between Southampton and Axminster is 86 miles. The road distance is 79.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Southampton to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Axminster bus from?

Southampton to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Southampton Central Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Axminster train from?

Southampton to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Axminster?

The best way to get from Southampton to Axminster is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Southampton to Axminster bus arrive?

Southampton to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Where does the Southampton to Axminster train arrive?

Southampton to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Axminster is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Southampton to Axminster.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Axminster?

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

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Southampton to Axminster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Salisburytrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 26m
£35–83
Drive 79.3 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Axminstercar 79.3 mi
1h 43m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouthbus
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station 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 / ...
5h 1m

Southampton to Axminster by train

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Distance: 85.3 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Axminster via Salisbury in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southampton Central Station to Trinity Square via Bournemouth Station, South Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 1m.

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