The average train between Ely and Buxton takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely 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 Ely and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Buxton at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ely 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.
No, there is no direct train from Ely to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Buxton station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Ely to Buxton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Buxton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Buxton station.
Book your Ely to Buxton train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Ely and Buxton is 174.3 km. The road distance is 294 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Buxton via Peterborough, Doncaster, and Stockport in around 4h 56m.