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Outbound fromAxminster to Okehampton by train
It takes an average of 3h 29m to travel from Axminster to Okehampton by train, over a distance of around 43 miles (70 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Axminster to Okehampton and tickets for this journey start from £13.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:09 | |
| Departure station | Axminster | |
| Arrival station | Okehampton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 37m | |
| Distance | 43 miles (70 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £13.40 | |
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How to travel from Axminster to Okehampton by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Axminster to Okehampton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 18 trains per day running between Axminster and Okehampton, which usually take 3 hours 29 minutes to complete the 43 miles (70 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 37 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Okehampton by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Great Western Railway and South Western Railway trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Axminster to Okehampton start from £13.40 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Okehampton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Axminster to Okehampton
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