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Trip Overview

The average train between Buxton and Chester takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Buxton to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 23m
Duration
64 mi
Distance
£26
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Buxton to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Buxton and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Buxton is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Chester at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 58m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buxton to Chester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Buxton to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 64.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Buxton to Chester via Stockport and Crewe in around 2h 9m.

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