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Visit by bus for just £3 each way. Most buses in England are offering £3 single fares until March 2027. Our journey planner will show you if your route is included, or you can find a full list of participating operators and routes here.

Take a scenic train ride from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton through the Peak District. From the station, you can either walk through the spa town (30 minutes) or catch one of several local buses part of the way, such as hourly bus 58 or bus 77 to Macclesfield Road (opposite Belvedere Terrace) – our journey planner will show you train and bus times and walking routes.

The Transpeak bus also runs between Derby and Matlock via Buxton Market Place. A Buxton PlusBus ticket can be bought with a train ticket, for unlimited travel across the Peak District National Park.

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National Route 68 passes very nearby. Plan your cycle route here.

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About Poole’s Cavern

Take an underground adventure in these limestone caves, before resurfacing in protected woodlands. The caverns also host seasonal events, and a high ropes course.

For any queries about visiting contact Poole’s Cavern on 01298 26978 or [email protected]

Address: Poole's Cavern Visitor Centre, Green Lane, Buxton, SK17 9DH. Visit Website

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Covid-19

We live on a beautiful island and there’s no better way to explore it than by train, bus, bike and foot. But, at this exceptional time, please follow current advice to stay at home and avoid non-essential travel in England. Separate travel rules apply in Wales and Scotland.

We look forward to helping you enjoy great days out and more car-free adventures in the future.