The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Axminster
Cheapest price
£302
Average price
£302
Fastest journey
5 h 39 m
Average duration
5 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Axminster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Axminster will cost around £302 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £302.
To travel from Manchester to Axminster you need to make at least 2 changes.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Axminster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Axminster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 304 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£74 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Axminster train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Axminster trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:25 Manchester | 5h40 | 13:05 Axminster | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:25 Manchester | 5h40 | 14:05 Axminster | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:25 Manchester | 5h40 | 15:05 Axminster | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Axminster
Trains from Manchester to Axminster run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 304 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 18:25 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Axminster trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Axminster from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Axminster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Axminster
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:00 Saturday 07:15 - 13:05 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Within the booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt off King Edward Road (A358)
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