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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
£24
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Buxton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Buxton will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Nottingham for Buxton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.






The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Buxton trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:53 Nottingham | 3h00 | 10:53 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:53 Nottingham | 3h00 | 11:53 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:45 Nottingham | 3h08 | 12:53 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Nottingham to Buxton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 21:19 |
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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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Buxton trains use the Nottingham to Buxton station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Buxton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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.
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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