What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Buxton?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Buxton is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Buxton?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Buxton is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sylvan Park via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Macclesfield via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Bristol to Buxton?

The distance between Bristol and Buxton is 167 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Buxton without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Buxton?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Bristol to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Buxton bus from?

Bristol to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Buxton train from?

Bristol to Buxton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Buxton?

The best way to get from Bristol to Buxton is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Bristol to Buxton bus arrive?

Bristol to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bristol to Buxton train arrive?

Bristol to Buxton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Macclesfield station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Buxton is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Bristol to Buxton.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Buxton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Buxton?

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Buxton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Macclesfieldtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 45m
£89–120
Drive 146.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bristol to Buxtoncar 146.6 mi
2h 45m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Sylvan Parkbus 199
5h 53m
£38–87
Fly, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
6h 9m
£59–157
Bus, train, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Stockporttrain
3. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Terrace Roadbus 199
6h 9m
£69–111

Bristol to Buxton by train and bus

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Distance: 166.1 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Macclesfield every 3 hours. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sylvan Park via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station in around 5h 53m.

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