The average train between Handforth and Buxton takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 59 min. There is a train service every few hours from Handforth 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 Handforth and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Handforth is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Buxton at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Handforth to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Handforth station and arriving at Buxton station via Buxton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Handforth to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stockport station.
Handforth to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Buxton station.
Book your Handforth to Buxton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Handforth and Buxton is 22.8 km. The road distance is 37 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Stockport to Buxton hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 50 min.