The average train between Buxton and Handforth takes 1h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Buxton to Handforth. 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 Handforth. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Buxton is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Handforth at 11:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Buxton station and arriving at Handforth station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.
Buxton to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Buxton station.
Buxton to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stockport station.
Book your Buxton to Handforth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Buxton and Handforth is 22.8 km. The road distance is 37 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Buxton to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 46 min.