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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Buxton is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Buxton is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Buxton via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Reading to Buxton?

The distance between Reading and Buxton is 193 miles. The road distance is 156.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Reading to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Buxton train from?

Reading to Buxton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Buxton train arrive?

Reading to Buxton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Reading to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Buxton is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Reading to Buxton.

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

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

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Reading to Buxton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Buxton by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Stockporttrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Buxtontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton / ...
4h 26m
£100–141
Drive 155.4 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Buxtoncar 155.4 mi
3h 10m
£39–56
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
4h 38m
£80–307
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
4h 36m
£105–235

Reading to Buxton by train

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Distance: 192.3 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Buxton via Stockport in around 4h 26m.

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