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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Buxton takes 5h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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.

5h 36m
Duration
246 mi
Distance
£85
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Buxton train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Buxton at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 38m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 39m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 39m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 40m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Buxton? 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.

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  • Distance: 245.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Buxton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 49m.

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