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

The cheapest way to get from Handforth to Buxton is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Handforth to Buxton is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Handforth and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Handforth to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Stanley Drive and arriving at Terrace Road via Stockport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Handforth and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Handforth to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Handforth and arriving at Buxton via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Handforth to Buxton?

The distance between Handforth and Buxton is 23 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Handforth to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £9 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Handforth to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Buxton bus from?

Handforth to Buxton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Stanley Drive station.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Buxton train from?

Handforth to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stockport station.

Train or bus from Handforth to Buxton?

The best way to get from Handforth to Buxton is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £9 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 199 bus, which costs £11 - £14 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Handforth to Buxton bus arrive?

Handforth to Buxton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Stockport Interchange station.

Where does the Handforth to Buxton train arrive?

Handforth to Buxton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Buxton station.

Can I drive from Handforth to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Handforth to Buxton is 20 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Handforth to Buxton.

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

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Handforth to Buxton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 199 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Handforth to Buxton by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to BuxtonStockport - Buxton / ...
1h 31m
£10–21
Drive 19.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Handforth to Buxton19.4 mi
33 min
£5–7
Line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Sylvan Park199
1h 46m
£12–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Handforth to Buxton19.4 mi
33 min
£40–55
Line 378 bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Stanley Drive to Stockport Interchange378 / ...
2. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Terrace Road199
2h 22m

Handforth to Buxton by train

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Handforth, England and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Stockport to Buxton hourly. Tickets cost £4–14 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, High Peak operates a bus from Stockport Interchange to Sylvan Park every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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