The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Axminster
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Axminster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Axminster will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 4 buses that leave London for Axminster every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 216 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Axminster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Axminster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 216 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Axminster bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Axminster coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 London | 6h00 | 17:30 Axminster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 London | 4h25 | 19:25 Axminster | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 07:00 London | 4h15 | 11:15 Axminster | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Axminster
Buses from London to Axminster run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 216 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 216 km |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: Megabus from London to AxminsterYou can travel by bus between London to Axminster with Megabus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Axminster coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Axminster by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Axminster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Axminster
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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