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.

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.

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.

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. These partnerships are part of a growing grassroots movement across Britain, engaging communities and helping people get the most from their railways.