How to travel from Buxton to Leeds

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Compare train and bus for Buxton to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Buxton to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, while a train costs an average of $43.

Distance: 40 miles (65 km)

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$43

Average price

Cheapest

$19

Average price

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2h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 10m

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Additional time*

1h 43m

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The cheapest way to travel from Buxton to Leeds is a train with an average price of $43 (€36).
The fastest way to travel from Buxton to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 2h 40m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Buxton and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Buxton to Leeds among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $43 (€36) compared to roughly $19 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.51 (€-20.07). The journey takes 2h 10m versus 1h 43m 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.

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from Buxton to Leeds

How to get from Buxton to Leeds by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Buxton to Leeds is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    8:13 PM2h57
    Buxton
    11:10 PMLeeds
    $461One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Northern Trains Limited
    8:13 PM2h57
    Buxton
    11:10 PMLeeds
    $461One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Northern Trains Limited
    7:45 PM2h24
    Buxton
    10:09 PMLeeds
    $511One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Northern Trains Limited
    9:14 PM3h08
    Buxton
    12:22 AMLeeds
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern Trains Limited
    10:57 PM3h24
    Buxton
    2:21 AMLeeds
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern Trains Limited
    9:59 PM3h39
    Buxton
    1:38 AMLeeds
    $461One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Buxton to Leeds

Travel to Leeds 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 Buxton to Leeds.

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There are 2 options to travel between Buxton and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Buxton to Leeds is a train with an average price of $43 (€36).
The fastest way to travel from Buxton to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 2h 40m.
The distance from Buxton to Leeds is approximately 40 miles (65 km).
The average frequency per day from Buxton to Leeds is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Buxton and Leeds as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Buxton to Leeds:
  • Trains mostly depart from Buxton station (BUX) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Buxton to Leeds, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Leeds by train.
Omio customers who travel from Buxton to Leeds often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, York. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leeds and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leeds to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit Temple Newsam, a Tudor-Jacobean mansion featuring beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging exhibits on the history of medicine. For performances, The Grand Theatre showcases opera, ballet, and musicals. Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy the Victoria Quarter for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Notable sights include the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, Roundhay Park, Kirkstall Abbey, and Harewood House.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Leeds allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, and the lively shopping and dining scene at Leeds City Centre.

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