The average train between Pontefract and Buxton takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract 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 Pontefract and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Buxton at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Kirkgate and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Pontefract 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 Pontefract to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Buxton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Pontefract to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Pontefract to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Buxton station.
Book your Pontefract to Buxton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Pontefract and Buxton is 62.3 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Buxton via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 38m.