The cheapest and fastest trains from Dawlish to Axminster
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dawlish to Axminster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dawlish to Axminster will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
It's difficult to get from Dawlish to Axminster without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dawlish to Axminster
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dawlish to Axminster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€18 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dawlish to Axminster train times
The table below shows live departures for Dawlish to Axminster trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 AM Dawlish | 5h21 | 5:51 AM Axminster | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:19 AM Dawlish | 2h02 | 7:21 AM Axminster | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:47 AM Dawlish | 1h15 | 8:02 AM Axminster | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:48 AM Dawlish | 1h18 | 9:06 AM Axminster | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:44 AM Dawlish | 1h21 | 10:05 AM Axminster | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dawlish to Axminster
Trains from Dawlish to Axminster run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Dawlish to Axminster trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Dawlish and Axminster from $7 (€6). 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 Dawlish to Axminster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dawlish 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
Popular train stations from Dawlish to Axminster
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:05 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free category B3 station. Step free access available only to Exeter bound platform, there is no step free access to Plymouth bound platform.
- 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
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During normal staffed hours.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- 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: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Adjacent to ramp onto Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Richmond Place next to the station car park
- 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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