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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Buxton is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Buxton is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Station North Interchange and arriving at Terrace Road via Donington Park, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Reading to Buxton?

The distance between Reading and Buxton is 176 miles. The road distance is 153.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £80 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Reading to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Buxton bus from?

Reading to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Station North Interchange.

Train or bus from Reading to Buxton?

The best way to get from Reading to Buxton is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £80 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Reading to Buxton bus arrive?

Reading to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park station.

Can I drive from Reading to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Buxton is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Reading to Buxton.

Where can I stay near Buxton?

There are 1662+ hotels available in Buxton.

Reading to Buxton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Buxton by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Reading to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 58m
£80–213
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Donington Parkbus D13
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terrace Roadbus 441 / ...
6h 26m
£33–43
Drive 152.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Buxtoncar 152.7 mi
3h 11m
£37–54
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
5h
£78–277
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
4h 37m
£78–190

Reading to Buxton by train and bus

140Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Macclesfield hourly. Tickets cost £70–210 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station North Interchange to Terrace Road via Donington Park, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 26m.

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