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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Axminster is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Axminster is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Trinity Square via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Axminster?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Axminster via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Leicester to Axminster?

The distance between Leicester and Axminster is 233 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Axminster without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Leicester to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Axminster bus from?

Leicester to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Axminster train from?

Leicester to Axminster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Axminster?

The best way to get from Leicester to Axminster is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Leicester to Axminster bus arrive?

Leicester to Axminster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter station.

Where does the Leicester to Axminster train arrive?

Leicester to Axminster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Axminster is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Leicester to Axminster.

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

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Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1700+ hotels available in Axminster.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
5h 47m
£97–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus 44A
8h 39m
£28–41
Drive 173.1 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Axminstercar 173.1 mi
3h 16m
£43–62
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105 / ...
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
9h 50m
£33–56

Leicester to Axminster by train

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Distance: 231.4 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Axminster via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Trinity Square via Exeter and Bus Station in around 8h 39m.

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