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The average train between Buxton and Edinburgh takes 5h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Buxton to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 14m
Duration
246 mi
Distance
£84
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Buxton to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Buxton and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Buxton is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 56m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 27m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express10h 45m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 20m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 55m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 50m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 56m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buxton to Edinburgh? 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 Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 245.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Buxton to Edinburgh Waverley via Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 21m.

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