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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Buxton is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 27m.

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 27m and costs £55 - £85.

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 50m.

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 50m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Edinburgh to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Buxton train from?

Edinburgh to Buxton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley 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 27m to drive from Edinburgh to Buxton.

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

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

There are 1800+ hotels available in Buxton.

Edinburgh to Buxton - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Buxton by train, car, plane, or bus

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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 50m
£74–122
Drive 236.4 mi
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1. Drive from Edinburgh to Buxtoncar 236.4 mi
4h 27m
£59–86
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
6h 15m
£66–172
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Terrace Roadbus 199
6h 17m
£92–140
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 9m
£74–160
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 50m
£72–171

Edinburgh to Buxton by train

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Distance: 245.7 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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 50m.

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