The cheapest and fastest trains from Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Cheapest price on 11 Nov
- £4
- Average ticket price on 11 Nov
- £11
- Fastest journey on 11 Nov
- 58 m
- Average journey duration on 11 Nov
- 1 h 2 m
- Trains on 11 Nov
- 11
- Distance
- 32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 11 trains from Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C319865:48 0h58 Buxton station (BUX) 6:46 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £4 1 One-way 0 changes
C320248:14 1h02 Buxton station (BUX) 9:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C319926:11 1h05 Buxton station (BUX) 7:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C320177:43 1h05 Buxton station (BUX) 8:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C320308:43 1h04 Buxton station (BUX) 9:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C319865:48 0h58 Buxton station (BUX) 6:46 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £4 1 One-way 0 changes
C320107:14 1h02 Buxton station (BUX) 8:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £12 1 One-way 0 changes
C320248:14 1h02 Buxton station (BUX) 9:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
C3206511:44 1h03 Buxton station (BUX) 12:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £16 1 One-way 0 changes
C320449:44 1h03 Buxton station (BUX) 10:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) £16 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 56m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 22:55 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trip
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Live departures
Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C32165 | On time 20:11 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h05 | 21:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32174 | On time 21:12 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h03 | 22:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32182 | On time 21:57 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h03 | 23:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 November | |||||
C31986 | 5:48 Buxton station (BUX) | 0h58 | 6:46 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C31992 | 6:11 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h05 | 7:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32003 | 6:41 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h05 | 7:46 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32010 | 7:14 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h02 | 8:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32017 | 7:43 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h05 | 8:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32024 | 8:14 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h02 | 9:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32030 | 8:43 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h04 | 9:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32038 | 9:13 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h03 | 10:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32044 | 9:44 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h03 | 10:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32054 | 10:44 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h03 | 11:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32065 | 11:44 Buxton station (BUX) | 1h03 | 12:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Buxton station (BUX) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Buxton station (BUX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Buxton station (BUX) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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