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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Buxton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £232.
Distance: 311 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £232 Average Price | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Edinburgh to Buxton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Buxton:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Buxton costing on average £62.
A coach is £185 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Buxton costing on average £232.
Other travel options to Buxton take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 44m.
Coach takes on average 8h 9m.
The journey is about 1h 0m faster (4h 14m by train vs 5h 14m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£62 vs £63). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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The most popular day trips by train from Buxton are Manchester, Sheffield, Stockport and Chesterfield. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Buxton on Omio.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
Stockport is known for its Victorian viaduct, hatting history and a characterful old town. It blends industrial heritage with markets, independent bars and easy access to green space.
Chesterfield is a Derbyshire market town known for the crooked spire of St Mary and All Saints Church. Its historic market, Victorian streets and closeness to the Peak District give it a traditional town character with easy access to open countryside.
Travel to Buxton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Buxton.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Buxton:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Buxton costing on average £62.
A coach is £185 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Buxton costing on average £232.
Other travel options to Buxton take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 44m.
Coach takes on average 8h 9m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Buxton as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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