What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Buxton?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Buxton is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Buxton?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Buxton is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Sylvan Park via Buchanan Bus Station, Piccadilly and Rising Sun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Buxton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Buxton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Buxton is 247 miles. The road distance is 237.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Buxton without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Buxton?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Edinburgh to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Buxton bus from?

Edinburgh to Buxton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Buxton train from?

Edinburgh to Buxton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Buxton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buxton is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h.

Where does the Edinburgh to Buxton bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Buxton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Buxton train arrive?

Edinburgh to Buxton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Buxton is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Edinburgh to Buxton.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Buxton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Buxton?

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

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Edinburgh to Buxton - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton
4h 48m
£90–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
8h
£40–64
Drive 236.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Buxtoncar 236.4 mi
4h 28m
£58–84
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
5h 59m
£62–166
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sheffieldtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 22m
£152–209
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Macclesfieldtrain
6h 10m
£84–156
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Macclesfieldtrain
6h 51m
£85–194

Edinburgh to Buxton by train

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Distance: 245.7 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Sylvan Park via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly, Hazel Grove Park & Ride, and Rising Sun in around 8h.

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