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Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Buxton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Buxton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Buxton take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 3m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-18.03 (€-14.87). The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Sheffield to Buxton train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Buxton trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:19 AM Sheffield | 2h02 | 8:21 AM Buxton | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 7:44 AM Sheffield | 1h36 | 9:20 AM Buxton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Sheffield | 1h38 | 9:53 AM Buxton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Buxton.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Buxton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Buxton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Buxton
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Trains from Sheffield to Buxton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 5:47 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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 $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Buxton
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
Popular train stations from Sheffield to 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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