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Buxton Museum and Art Gallery
Local museum on Buxton’s history, geology and spa heritage. Good stop for understanding the town before exploring its streets and parks.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Furness Vale to Buxton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 11 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Furness Vale to Buxton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 23m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 6:13 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Local museum on Buxton’s history, geology and spa heritage. Good stop for understanding the town before exploring its streets and parks.
Small gallery and exhibition space in the Pavilion Gardens complex. Useful for changing displays in a central setting near other attractions.
Independent gallery showcasing contemporary art and crafts by regional makers. A good local favourite for browsing current work in the town centre.
Formal gardens with lakes, paths and seasonal planting. A classic Buxton stroll and one of the town’s most relaxing public spaces.
Landscaped park above the town with broad views, wooded walks and the famous hill letters. Popular for scenery and an easy uphill walk.
Historic landscaped valley park with riverside paths, mature trees and open lawns. A quieter local favourite for walking near the town centre.
Traditional Derbyshire oatcakes are soft savoury pancakes made with oatmeal, often filled with cheese or bacon. They are a long-standing local staple across the Peak District.
Bakewell pudding is a Derbyshire dessert of puff pastry, jam and almond egg custard. It is strongly associated with the nearby Peak District town of Bakewell.
Buxton pudding is a local dessert linked to the town, usually made with sponge, fruit and custard or cream. It reflects Buxton’s historic tradition of resort puddings.
Casual, well-liked spot for wood-fired pizza, pasta and Italian comfort food. Friendly atmosphere suited to families and groups.
Stylish restaurant and wine bar serving modern British small plates and mains in a relaxed yet polished town-centre setting.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and warm service in a comfortable central setting.
Moderate for a UK spa town. Dining and hotels are pricier than smaller Peak District villages, but local buses and casual meals are fairly manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave a small tip for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Furness Vale 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.

Most Furness Vale to Buxton trains use the Furness Vale to Buxton station pair. Use this guide to compare Furness Vale and Buxton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Furness Vale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Furness Vale.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Furness Vale: Parking.
Available at Furness Vale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Furness Vale: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - A short tarmac path gives direct step-free access from Station Road onto each platform either side of the road level crossing. Access between platforms either via the road level crossing or a stepped footbridge, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.
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 options are available at Buxton.
Ticket office support is available at Buxton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Buxton: Parking, WC.
Available at Buxton: Bike Parking.
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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