The average train between Burnley and Buxton takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Burnley to Buxton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Burnley and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 8:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Buxton at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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7h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Burnley to Buxton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Buxton station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Burnley to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Burnley to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Buxton station.
Book your Burnley to Buxton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Metrolink.
The distance between Burnley and Buxton is 63.3 km. The road distance is 85 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Buxton via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 38m.