What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Platt Fields Park and arriving at Sylvan Park via Stockport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Levenshulme and arriving at Buxton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Buxton?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Buxton is 23 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Buxton without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Buxton bus from?

Greater Manchester to Buxton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Platt Fields Park station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Buxton train from?

Greater Manchester to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Levenshulme station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Buxton?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 42 bus and line 199 bus, which costs £8 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Buxton bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Buxton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Stockport Interchange station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Buxton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Buxton is 23 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Buxton.

Where can I stay near Buxton?

There are 1795+ hotels available in Buxton.

Greater Manchester to Buxton - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 42 bus

How to get fromGreater Manchester to Buxton

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Levenshulme to Buxtontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton
1h 44m
£9–16
Drive 22.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Buxtoncar 22.9 mi
44 min
£6–9
Line 42 bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Platt Fields Park to Stockport Interchangebus 42
2. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Sylvan Parkbus 199
2h 8m
£8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Buxtontaxi 22.9 mi
44 min
£100–130

Greater Manchester to Buxton by bus and train

134Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Greater Manchester to Buxton.

Launch map view

Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Levenshulme to Buxton hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Platt Fields Park to Sylvan Park via Stockport Interchange in around 2h 8m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.