The average train between Peterborough and Buxton takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Peterborough 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 hourly between Peterborough and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 12:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 7:59 PM which arrives into Buxton at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Buxton station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Peterborough to Buxton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Buxton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Buxton station.
Book your Peterborough to Buxton train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Peterborough and Buxton is 134.9 km. The road distance is 245 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Buxton via Doncaster and Stockport in around 4h 3m.