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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Buxton is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Buxton is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at Sylvan Park via Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Buxton via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Durham to Buxton?

The distance between Durham and Buxton is 160 miles. The road distance is 134.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Buxton without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Durham to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Buxton bus from?

Durham to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sutton Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Buxton train from?

Durham to Buxton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Buxton?

The best way to get from Durham to Buxton is to train via Leeds which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Durham to Buxton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Durham to Buxton train arrive?

Durham to Buxton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Durham to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Buxton is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Durham to Buxton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
4h 15m
£56–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Sylvan Parkbus 199
5h 36m
£31–65
Drive 133.3 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Buxtoncar 133.3 mi
2h 35m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton
4h 21m
£59–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Terrace Roadbus 199
5h 28m
£58–94

Durham to Buxton by train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.9 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Buxton via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sutton Street to Sylvan Park via Manchester Airport The Station in around 5h 36m.

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