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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Axminster is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Axminster is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Axminster?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taunton Town Centre Stop I and arriving at Trinity Square. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Axminster via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Taunton to Axminster?

The distance between Taunton and Axminster is 28 miles. The road distance is 20.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Axminster without a car is to bus which takes 1h 22m and costs £3 - £5.

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

The bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Square takes 1h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Axminster bus from?

Taunton to Axminster bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Taunton Town Centre Stop I station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Axminster train from?

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

Train or bus from Taunton to Axminster?

The best way to get from Taunton to Axminster is to bus which takes 1h 22m and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Taunton to Axminster bus arrive?

Taunton to Axminster bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Trinity Square station.

Where does the Taunton to Axminster train arrive?

Taunton to Axminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Taunton to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Axminster is 20 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Taunton to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

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

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1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
1h 22m
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2h 4m
£23–44
Drive 20.1 mi
1. Drive from Taunton to Axminstercar 20.1 mi
33 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Taunton to Axminstertaxi 20.1 mi
33 min
£90–110

Taunton to Axminster by bus

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Distance: 28 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

First Buses of Somerset operates a bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Square hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Taunton to Axminster via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 4m.

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