The average train between Buxton and Ludlow takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Buxton to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. 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 Ludlow at 10:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Buxton station and arriving at Ludlow station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Buxton to Ludlow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Buxton station.
Buxton to Ludlow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Buxton to Ludlow train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Buxton and Ludlow is 112.9 km. The road distance is 166 km.
You can take a train from Buxton to Ludlow via Stockport in around 3h 7m.