22:571h12Altrincham0:09Buxton£121One-way1 change
23:549h58Altrincham9:52Buxton£121One-way1 change
22:571h12Altrincham0:09Buxton£121One-way1 change
23:549h58Altrincham9:52Buxton£121One-way1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Altrincham to Buxton
Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Altrincham to Buxton, including direct trains, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Lowest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 22:13 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Altrincham to Buxton trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Altrincham and Buxton from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Altrincham to Buxton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altrincham to Buxton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Buxton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Altrincham and Buxton
Most Altrincham to Buxton trains use the Altrincham to Buxton station pair. Use this guide to compare Altrincham and Buxton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Altrincham station do trains to Buxton leave from?
Getting to Altrincham from Altrincham city centre
Altrincham train station facilities and services
Altrincham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Altrincham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Altrincham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Altrincham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Altrincham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Altrincham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Separate level access from bus station to Platform 1(Metrolink trams) and from Oakfield Road car park entrance to Platform 4 (to Chester). To Platform 2 (Metrolink trams) and 3 (to Manchester) via Lifts which are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Navigation Road from Altrincham city centre
Navigation Road train station facilities and services
Navigation Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Navigation Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Navigation Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Navigation Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Navigation Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester and Chester : From the level crossing (at the junction of Navigation Road and Wellington Road) through a narrow gap, up a ramp (16 paces, 1:17 slope) onto the platform (situated on the Wellington Road side), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Buxton station do trains from Altrincham arrive at?
Getting to Buxton from Buxton city centre
Buxton train station facilities and services
Buxton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Buxton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Buxton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Buxton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Buxton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Buxton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Level access from Ticket Office or side gate from car park onto both platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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