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

The cheapest way to get from Buxton to Leigh is to line 199 bus and line 197 bus and bus which costs £10 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buxton to Leigh is to drive which takes 1h and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Buxton and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Buxton to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Terrace Road and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Stockport Interchange and Chester Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Buxton and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Buxton and arriving at Newton-le-Willows via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Buxton to Leigh?

The distance between Buxton and Leigh is 42 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buxton to Leigh without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 8m and costs £11 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Buxton to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Leigh bus from?

Buxton to Leigh bus services, operated by High Peak, depart from Terrace Road station.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Leigh train from?

Buxton to Leigh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Buxton station.

Train or bus from Buxton to Leigh?

The best way to get from Buxton to Leigh is to line 199 bus and line 197 bus and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Buxton to Leigh bus arrive?

Buxton to Leigh bus services, operated by High Peak, arrive at Stockport Interchange station.

Where does the Buxton to Leigh train arrive?

Buxton to Leigh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Buxton to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Buxton to Leigh is 38 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Buxton to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3579+ hotels available in Leigh.

Buxton to Leigh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 35 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Buxton to Leigh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
2h 8m
£12–19
Line 199 bus, line 197 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terrace Road to Stockport Interchangebus 199
2. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Chester Streetbus 197 / ...
3. Take the bus from Chester Street to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
3h 18m
£10
Train, line 35 bus
1. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus 35
2h 31m
£12–19
Drive 37.9 mi
1. Drive from Buxton to Leighcar 37.9 mi
1h
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Buxton to Leightaxi 37.9 mi
1h
£80–95
Train
1. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 26m
£16–32

Buxton to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

165Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 41.6 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

You can take a bus from Terrace Road to Leigh Bus Station via Stockport Interchange and Chester Street in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £9–18 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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