The average train between Buxton and Cardiff takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Buxton to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Buxton and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Buxton is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Buxton station and arriving at Cardiff station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Buxton to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Buxton station.
Buxton to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Buxton to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Buxton and Cardiff is 215.6 km. The road distance is 292 km.
You can take a train from Buxton to Cardiff Central via Stockport in around 4h 37m.