What is the cheapest way to get from Buxton to Handforth?

The cheapest way to get from Buxton to Handforth is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Buxton to Handforth?

The fastest way to get from Buxton to Handforth is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Buxton and Handforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Buxton to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Terrace Road and arriving at Stanley Drive via Stockport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Buxton and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Buxton and arriving at Handforth via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Buxton to Handforth?

The distance between Buxton and Handforth is 23 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

How do I travel from Buxton to Handforth without a car?

The best way to get from Buxton to Handforth without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £7 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Buxton to Handforth?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Buxton to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Handforth bus from?

Buxton to Handforth bus services, operated by High Peak, depart from Terrace Road station.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Handforth train from?

Buxton to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Buxton station.

Train or bus from Buxton to Handforth?

The best way to get from Buxton to Handforth is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £7 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 199 bus and line 378 bus, which costs and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Buxton to Handforth bus arrive?

Buxton to Handforth bus services, operated by High Peak, arrive at Stockport Interchange station.

Where does the Buxton to Handforth train arrive?

Buxton to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Buxton to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Buxton to Handforth is 20 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Buxton to Handforth.

How do I get a train ticket from Buxton to Handforth?

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Buxton to Handforth - 5 ways to travel via train, line 199 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Buxton to Handforth by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Buxton to StockportBuxton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 20m
£7–20
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Buxton to Handforth19.5 mi
33 min
£5–7
Line 199 bus, line 378 bus
1. Take the bus from Terrace Road to Stockport Interchange199
2. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Stanley Drive378 / ...
2h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Buxton to Handforth19.5 mi
33 min
£40–55
Line 58 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station58
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Paddock North130
2h 30m
£12

Buxton to Handforth by train

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Handforth, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Buxton to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £4–15 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace Road to Stanley Drive via Stockport Interchange in around 2h 21m.

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