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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Buxton is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Buxton is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Terrace Road via St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Buxton via London Euston and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Buxton?

The distance between Cambridge and Buxton is 253 miles. The road distance is 128.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Cambridge to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Buxton bus from?

Cambridge to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Buxton train from?

Cambridge to Buxton train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Buxton?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Buxton is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Cambridge to Buxton bus arrive?

Cambridge to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Buxton train arrive?

Cambridge to Buxton train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Buxton is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cambridge to Buxton.

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

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

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Cambridge to Buxton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cambridge to Buxton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Buxtontrain
4h 45m
£93–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terrace Roadbus 441 / ...
6h 11m
£27–64
Drive 128 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Buxtoncar 128 mi
2h 53m
£32–46
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
5h 48m
£109–344
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Market Placebus Tp
5h 33m
£78–107
Train, line 31 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Leicestertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 31 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
7h 35m
£59–97

Cambridge to Buxton by train and foot

152Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.6 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Buxton via King's Cross, London Euston, and Stockport in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Terrace Road via St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 11m.

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