How much is the train ticket from Buxton to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Buxton to Manchester start from R 88. The average price for this train route is around R 151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Buxton to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Buxton to Manchester is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 32 km. The quickest train can get you there in 57m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Buxton to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buxton to Manchester?

The earliest train from Buxton to Manchester departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 22:57.

Train Buxton to Manchester from R 76

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Buxton to Manchester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:13	Buxton	1h 3m	17:16	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	16:44	Buxton	1h 3m	17:47	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	17:14	Buxton	1h 1m	18:15	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	17:43	Buxton	1h 4m	18:47	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	18:14	Buxton	1h 2m	19:16	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Get from Buxton to Manchester

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 1 minute, and with fares starting at just R 88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 1mAverage duration

32 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at R 88

Northern Buxton Manchester recent customer reviews

Train on time, plenty of seats

Neil P.

18 July 2023

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buxton to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Buxton to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Buxton to Manchester start from R 88. The average price for this train route is around R 151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buxton to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Buxton to Manchester is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 32 km. The quickest train can get you there in 57m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Buxton to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buxton to Manchester?
The earliest train from Buxton to Manchester departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 22:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/12

R 142

12/12

R 95

Today

R 142

14/12

R 77

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R 77

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R 77

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R 77

18/12

R 77

The cheapest trip from Buxton to Manchester was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 77

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Buxton to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 77 to R 385 for a train ticket from Buxton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 77, which is on 2025-12-14.