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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockport to Buxton
Showing times and prices for 29 Dec
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
24 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport to Buxton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to Buxton will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Stockport for Buxton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.
05:330h51
Stockport06:24Buxton
£41One-way
0 changes
08:330h48
Stockport09:21Buxton
£61One-way
0 changes
09:040h50
Stockport09:54Buxton
£61One-way
0 changes
17:040h51
Stockport17:55Buxton
£71One-way
0 changes
08:330h48
Stockport09:21Buxton
£61One-way
0 changes
09:040h50
Stockport09:54Buxton
£61One-way
0 changes
05:330h51
Stockport06:24Buxton
£41One-way
0 changes
17:040h51
Stockport17:55Buxton
£71One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stockport to Buxton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport to Buxton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 24 km
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Live departures
Stockport to Buxton train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockport to Buxton trains for tomorrow, Monday 29 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:46
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:33 Stockport | 0h51 | 06:24 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:33 Stockport | 0h48 | 09:21 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:04 Stockport | 0h50 | 09:54 Buxton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Stockport to Buxton
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Trains from Stockport to Buxton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 48m.
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 24 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 23:23 |
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: Northern Rail (3) from Stockport to Buxton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Stockport and Buxton from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
47m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Stockport to Buxton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport 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.
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 do a day trip from Stockport to Buxton. The journey takes 48m and covers 24 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, the train journey from Stockport to Buxton is considered scenic, offering views of the picturesque Peak District countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages.
Booking trains from Stockport to Buxton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Stockport to Buxton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train distance from Stockport to Buxton is 24 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Stockport and Buxton. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The cheapest way to get from Stockport to Buxton is by train, costing approximately £3.
The train station in Stockport that goes to Buxton is Stockport station (SPT), and it arrives at Buxton station (BUX).
To get from Stockport to Buxton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Stockport to Buxton covers a distance of 24 km and takes approximately 48m. Trains run 6 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stockport to Buxton.
Yes, you can take the train from Stockport to Buxton.
The first train from Stockport to Buxton leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Stockport to Buxton departs at 23:23.
Trains from Stockport to Buxton run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Stockport to Buxton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockport and Buxton
Stockport
Buxton
The major train station for departures in Stockport is Stockport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stockport for your trip from Stockport to Buxton.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Stockport Exchange Station
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platforms 2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: waiting rooms on platform 2, platform 3 & platform 0
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 20 cycle spaces on Platform 1/2, 20 cycle spaces on Platform 3/4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stockport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 10:10 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Services towards Manchester: Level access through a gate from Ferndale Avenue, or down 30 steps from Moorland Road bridge to the ticket office then through an 87cm wide gate and along a ramp (25 paces, 1:15 slope) onto the platform. Services Towards Buxton: Level access through a 103cm wide gate from Moorland Road bridge and down a stepped ramp (10 steps 15cm high each 200cm apart, ramp length 35 paces, 1:6 average slope) onto the platform.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Woodsmoor
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses to Manchester and Stockport will stop at bus stop on Bramhall lane between Barnfield Road and Ashfield Road. Buses to Hazel Grove will stop at bus stop on Bramhall Lane north of trhe junction with Woodend Road.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester (platform 2) : From Heaton Moor Road, up 1 step into the ticket hall, turn right down 18 steps and then a further 25 steps onto the platform. When the ticket hall is closed use the entrance on Tatton Road North (30 paces from the junction of Heaton Moor Road) down a ramp (63 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Stockport (platform 1) : Either use the entrance at the junction of Heaton Moor Road and Edgerton Road North, through a 5ft wide gate and down 41 steps onto the platform, or level access is available 200 paces down Edgerton Road North from Heaton Moor Road along a ramp (26 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Heaton Chapel
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Heaton Moor Road for buses to Manchester, Stockport or Reddish. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport to Stockport will call at the bus stop on Wellington Road North adjacent to Brook Road Replacement transport to Manchester will call at the bus stop on Wellington Road North by the junction with Claremont Avenue.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in Buxton is Buxton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Buxton for your journey to Buxton from Stockport.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 20:00 Sunday 08:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Buxton
- 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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