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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Buxton
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Buxton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Buxton will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield 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 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
8:151h38Sheffield9:53Buxton£111One-way0 changes
6:192h02Sheffield8:21Buxton£131One-way0 changes- 7:441h36Sheffield9:20Buxton£341One-way0 changes
- 7:441h36Sheffield9:20Buxton£341One-way0 changes
- 8:151h38Sheffield9:53Buxton£111One-way0 changes
- 6:192h02Sheffield8:21Buxton£131One-way0 changes
Live departures
Sheffield to Buxton train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Buxton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:19 Sheffield | 2h02 | 8:21 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:44 Sheffield | 1h36 | 9:20 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Sheffield | 1h38 | 9:53 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Buxton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Buxton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Buxton trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Buxton from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Buxton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Buxton
Most Sheffield to Buxton trains use the Sheffield to Buxton station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Buxton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Buxton leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: 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 concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. 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 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Buxton station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Buxton from Buxton city centre
Buxton train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Buxton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Buxton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Buxton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Buxton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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