Leicester to Buxton train with east_midlands_trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Buxton

Showing times and prices for 22 Jun

Cheapest price

£62

Average price

£99

Fastest journey

2 h 54 m

Average duration

3 h

Trains per day

29

Distance

86 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Buxton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Buxton will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.

Fast trains

To travel from Leicester to Buxton you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • East Midlands Railways
    6:373h16
    Leicester
    9:53Buxton
    £621One-way
    3 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    7:433h10
    Leicester
    10:53Buxton
    £621One-way
    3 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    8:383h15
    Leicester
    11:53Buxton
    £621One-way
    3 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    9:403h13
    Leicester
    12:53Buxton
    £621One-way
    3 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    10:373h16
    Leicester
    13:53Buxton
    £621One-way
    3 changes

Live departures

Leicester to Buxton train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Buxton trains for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Cross Country14:20 Leicester
3h31
17:51 Buxton2 changes
Cross Country16:20 Leicester
3h31
19:51 Buxton2 changes
East Midlands Railways16:42 Leicester
3h09
19:51 Buxton3 changes
Cross Country18:20 Leicester
3h31
21:51 Buxton2 changes
East Midlands Railways19:06 Leicester
2h45
21:51 Buxton3 changes
Cross Country20:20 Leicester
3h30
23:50 Buxton2 changes
Cross Country22:20 Leicester
9h03
7:23 Buxton2 changes
East Midlands Railways22:32 Leicester
9h18
7:50 Buxton3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Buxton

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Trains from Leicester to Buxton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 3h 16m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
86 km
Average train duration
3h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 16m
First train
5:47
Last train
20:20
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Buxton trainseast_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Buxton from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£62
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
£125
Cross Country frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Buxton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Buxton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Leicester to Buxton covers a distance of 86 km and takes approximately 3h 16m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Buxton is 86 km.
The first train from Leicester to Buxton leaves at 5:47.
The last train from Leicester to Buxton departs at 20:20.
Trains from Leicester to Buxton run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leicester to Buxton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Buxton.
To travel from Leicester to Buxton, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Buxton.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Buxton is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Buxton station (BUX).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Buxton is by train, costing approximately £40.
Booking trains from Leicester to Buxton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leicester to Buxton offers picturesque views of the English countryside, particularly as it passes through the Peak District, providing a scenic travel experience.
A day trip from Leicester to Buxton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 16m. There are 3 trains per day, with a distance of 86 km.
A stay of two to three days in Buxton is generally sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton Opera House, and Poole's Cavern, while also allowing time to enjoy the local dining and shopping experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Buxton.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Buxton

Leicester
Buxton
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Buxton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases
  • 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: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

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