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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Buxton
Showing times and prices for Dec 05
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
73 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Buxton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Buxton will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Liverpool for Buxton on Fri, Dec 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:02AM3h09
Liverpool10:11AMBuxton
€271One-way
0 transfers
08:00AM2h54
Liverpool10:54AMBuxton
€271One-way
0 transfers
08:00AM2h54
Liverpool10:54AMBuxton
€271One-way
0 transfers
07:02AM3h09
Liverpool10:11AMBuxton
€271One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Buxton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Buxton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. 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 bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€27 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Liverpool to Buxton train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Buxton trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:10 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:02 AM Liverpool | 3h09 | 10:11 AM Buxton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Liverpool | 2h54 | 10:54 AM Buxton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Buxton
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Trains from Liverpool to Buxton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 2h 19m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 21:59 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Buxton trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Buxton from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
€18
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
€89
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
€38
first_transpennine_express frequency
6 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
€33
east_midlands_trains frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Buxton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Buxton can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool to Buxton is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Liverpool to Buxton train time is 2 h 17 min covering the 72 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Liverpool to Buxton leaves at 05: 47. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Liverpool to Buxton leaves at 22: 13.
There are 6 trains a day from Liverpool to Buxton which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Liverpool to Buxton train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express or east_midlands_trains. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Buxton from Liverpool to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 13.
A trip to Buxton from Liverpool is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 17 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool to Buxton is August.
You have options as you can travel to Buxton from Liverpool 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Buxton
Liverpool
Buxton
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Aigburth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aigburth for your trip from Liverpool to Buxton.
Aigburth
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:59 - 00:07 Sunday 07:59 - 00:07 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.”The nearest station with disabled access is Liverpool South Parkway for passengers travelling towards Hunts Cross and Brunswick for passengers travelling towards Liverpool.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Aigburth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Aigburth Road
Liverpool James Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Liverpool James Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
Liverpool Central
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Liverpool Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
The major train station for arrivals in Buxton is Buxton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Buxton for your journey to Buxton from Liverpool.
Buxton
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 20:00 Sunday 08:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Buxton
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are located on Station Road directly outside the station. To walk into the town centre, cross the road at the pelican crossing and turn left down the hill. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement buses will pick up/drop off in the station car park.
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