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Outbound fromLondon Waterloo to Axminster by train
It takes an average of 3h 4m to travel from London Waterloo to Axminster by train, over a distance of around 135 miles (217 km). There are normally 25 trains per day travelling from London Waterloo to Axminster and tickets for this journey start from £14.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:20 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | Axminster | |
| Journey time | From 2h 41m | |
| Distance | 135 miles (217 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £14.60 | |
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Taking the train from London Waterloo to Axminster in 2 hours 41 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Waterloo to Axminster? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 4 minutes to travel the 135 miles (217 km) from London Waterloo to Axminster by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 25 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with South Western Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Axminster.
Book train tickets from London Waterloo to Axminster in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £14.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Axminster by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Axminster
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Waterloo to Axminster is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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