The average train between Derby and Buxton takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Buxton. 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 Derby and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Buxton at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Buxton station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Derby to Buxton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Buxton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Buxton station.
Book your Derby to Buxton train tickets online with Cross Country, East Midlands Railways and 2 other operators.
The distance between Derby and Buxton is 47.1 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Buxton via Sheffield and Stockport in around 2h 53m.