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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Buxton is to bus and line 199 bus which costs £20 - £26 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Buxton is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Sylvan Park via Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Buxton via Doncaster and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Darlington to Buxton?

The distance between Darlington and Buxton is 150 miles. The road distance is 117.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Buxton without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Darlington to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Buxton bus from?

Darlington to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Buxton train from?

Darlington to Buxton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Buxton?

The best way to get from Darlington to Buxton is to train via Doncaster which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Darlington to Buxton bus arrive?

Darlington to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Darlington to Buxton train arrive?

Darlington to Buxton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Buxton is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Darlington to Buxton.

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

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

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Darlington to Buxton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 199 bus

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

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Buxtontrain
4h 5m
£47–86
Bus, line 199 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Terrace Roadbus 199
5h 35m
£20–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Sylvan Parkbus 199
5h 13m
£23–34
Drive 116.5 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Buxtoncar 116.5 mi
2h 15m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton
4h 6m
£43–73

Darlington to Buxton by train

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Distance: 149.3 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Buxton via Doncaster and Stockport in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Sylvan Park via Manchester Airport The Station in around 5h 13m.

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