How to travel from Nottingham to Buxton

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Compare train for Nottingham to Buxton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Buxton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $55, while a train costs an average of $55.

Distance: 37 miles (61 km)

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$55

Average price

Cheapest

$17

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 23m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Buxton is a train with an average price of $55 (€45).
The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Buxton is by train with an average journey time of 3h 3m.
Yes, you can take a train between Nottingham and Buxton.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham to Buxton 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 $55 (€45) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-37.99 (€-31.13). The journey takes 2h 33m versus 1h 23m 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 Nottingham to Buxton

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

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

  • East Midlands Railway
    9:45 AM3h08
    Nottingham
    12:53 PMBuxton
    $331One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • East Midlands Railway
    9:45 AM3h08
    Nottingham
    12:53 PMBuxton
    $331One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • East Midlands Railway
    8:53 AM3h00
    Nottingham
    11:53 AMBuxton
    $851One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • East Midlands Railway
    7:53 AM3h00
    Nottingham
    10:53 AMBuxton
    $851One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nottingham to Buxton

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 Nottingham to Buxton.

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You can travel between Nottingham and Buxton by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Buxton is a train with an average price of $55 (€45).
The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Buxton is by train with an average journey time of 3h 3m.
The distance from Nottingham to Buxton is approximately 37 miles (61 km).
The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Buxton is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nottingham to Buxton:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nottingham station (NOT) and arrive in Buxton station (BUX).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham to Buxton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with East Midlands Railway to go to Buxton by train.
Omio customers who travel from Nottingham to Buxton often also extend their vacation to go to Manchester, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), London, Stockport, Sheffield. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Buxton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Buxton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Buxton's main attractions, including the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton Opera House, and Poole's Cavern, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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