Buxton Line | Chapel en le Frith station in the autumn
Train approaching Dove Holes along the Buxton Line with rolling Peak District hills in the background on a blue sky day out

Arts and culture

History and heritage

Scenic views

Buxton Line

Manchester Piccadilly – Buxton

Travel from the vibrant city centre of Manchester out into the rolling hills of the Peak District National Park and into the quaint town of Buxton.

Scenic views

Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel away from the big city of Manchester and into the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park along the Buxton Line. You will pass through quaint towns and villages and arrive at the charming spa town of Buxton.

History & heritage

One of the most popular tourist destinations in the region, Buxton boasts stunning ornamental gardens and famous Georgian and Victorian architecture providing you with an impressive day of exploration.

Arts & culture

If you’re in the area in July, don’t miss the popular Buxton International Festival. Experience world class opera, music, books and jazz in the heart of the beautiful Peak District.

The Manchester to Middlewood section of the route is supported by South East Manchester Community Rail Partnership and the Disley to Buxton section is supported by High Peak and Hope Valley Community Rail Partnership.

About this line

Route

Manchester Piccadilly – Buxton

Journey time

55 mins

Cost

Off-peak day return from £11.30

Distance

11 miles | 18 km

Stations on this line:

  • Buxton
  • Dove Holes
  • Chapel en le Frith
  • Whaley Bridge
  • Furness Vale
  • New Mills Newton
  • Disley
  • Middlewood
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