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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.
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Buxton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds 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 1 trains that leave Leeds for Buxton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Buxton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 65 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Buxton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:15 Leeds | 3h05 | 8:20 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Leeds to Buxton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:17, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 65 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 3:17 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
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Discover the best of Buxton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Buxton trip today.
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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Buxton trains use the Leeds to Buxton station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Buxton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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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