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Axminster Heritage Centre
Small local museum covering Axminster’s carpet-making heritage and town history. A practical first stop for understanding the area’s industrial past.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
3 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 57 m
Trains on 19 Sept
3
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 3 trains from London to Axminster, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 36 m 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.
L79373 · L79385
L79361
L79340
L79361
L79340
L79373 · L79385Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Axminster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £234.
Distance: 216 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £234 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 12m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Axminster:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Axminster costing on average £41.
A coach is £219 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Axminster costing on average £234.
Other travel options to Axminster take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 49m.
Flight takes on average 8h 12m.
The journey is about 22m faster (2h 56m by train vs 3h 18m by car) and roughly £11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£41 vs £53). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Axminster trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L79340 | 8:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h38 | 12:15 Axminster station (AXM) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79361 | 10:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h37 | 14:14 Axminster station (AXM) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79373 · L79385 | 11:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h36 | 16:13 Axminster station (AXM) | 1 change | |
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Trains from London to Axminster run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 23:05 |
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Discover the best of Axminster — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Axminster trip today.
Small local museum covering Axminster’s carpet-making heritage and town history. A practical first stop for understanding the area’s industrial past.
Museum in nearby Lyme Regis with fossils, local history and geology displays. It is especially useful for understanding the Jurassic Coast landscape.
Working watermill with milling demonstrations and exhibits on rural life. This nearby attraction mixes industrial heritage with a scenic riverside setting.
Central square by the parish church and market area, useful for getting your bearings and seeing the historic core of Axminster on foot.
Popular local walk following the River Axe and old railway line. It offers an easy route for birdwatching, countryside views and gentle exercise.
Riverside reserve west of town with wetlands, birdlife and open views. A quieter local favourite for walking and enjoying the Axe Valley landscape.
Traditional West Country cheddar from nearby villages, noted for a firm texture and rich, tangy flavour shaped by the area’s long cheesemaking heritage.
A historic East Devon white wine made from local grapes. It is a regional speciality linked to the Axe Valley’s long-established viticulture.
Sweet, juicy apples grown in East Devon and eaten fresh or used in puddings and preserves. The area is known for traditional orchard fruit.
Country pub near Axminster serving classic British dishes and local produce in a warm, traditional setting.
Stylish town-centre café and restaurant known for seasonal brunches, lunches and good coffee in a relaxed modern setting.
Long-established Axminster pub with a traditional atmosphere, local ales and straightforward British pub meals.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and lodging are usually cheaper than larger tourist cities, while local transport costs stay fairly typical for England.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Axminster by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Axminster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Axminster trains use the London Waterloo to Axminster station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Axminster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Axminster has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Axminster.
Wi-Fi is available at Axminster.
Ticket office support is available at Axminster.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Axminster: Parking, WC.
Available at Axminster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Axminster: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Exeter). Lifts to Platform 2 (for trains towards London, Accessible taxis: Need to pre-book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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