The cheapest and fastest trains from Handforth to Buxton
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Handforth to Buxton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Handforth to Buxton will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Handforth for Buxton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Handforth to Buxton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Handforth to Buxton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Handforth to Buxton train times
The table below shows live departures for Handforth to Buxton trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:27 Handforth | 2h22 | 10:49 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:23 Handforth | 1h27 | 11:50 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Handforth to Buxton
Trains from Handforth to Buxton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Handforth to Buxton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Handforth and Buxton from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Handforth to Buxton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Handforth 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Handforth and Buxton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Access to both platforms via separate flight of stairs from forecourt on road overbridge
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement tranport towards Alderley Edge/Crewe will call at the stop on Wilslow Road outside the Health Centre. Replacement transport for Stockport will call at the stop on Wilmslow Road outside the library.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 20:00 Sunday 08:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are located on Station Road directly outside the station. To walk into the town centre, cross the road at the pelican crossing and turn left down the hill. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement buses will pick up/drop off in the station car park.
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