The cheapest and fastest trains from Axminster to Exeter
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Axminster to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Axminster to Exeter will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Axminster for Exeter on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 41 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Axminster to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Axminster to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 23 miles (38 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Axminster to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Axminster to Exeter trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:03 PM Axminster | 0h39 | 12:42 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Axminster to Exeter
Trains from Axminster to Exeter run on average 8 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 04:56 |
Last train 23:31 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Axminster to Exeter trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Axminster and Exeter from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Axminster to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Axminster to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Axminster to Exeter
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
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