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Buxton & Leek College provide several term time bus routes to enable students to access college. Reasons to use our college transport:

  • Safe and secure environment to travel for anyone feeling nervous about joining college
  • Opportunities to socialise and make friends with other students
  • Drivers are DBS checked
  • The college can help address queries directly with the bus companies
  • Payment plan option available

Important Information – Changes to the U5 College Bus Service

From September 1st, Buxton will no longer run a shuttle bus service between Buxton and Leek through the college day.

The U5 service will run as a morning and evening service only (please check the timetable on the Transport page of our website for further details).

There will also be a charge for using the U5 bus service and you will need a bus pass to be able to board.

Please complete a bus pass application form before September 1st. The form can be found on the Transport page on our website.

As the U5 is now a charged service, you may be able to acccess bursary support towards the cost.  Information on how to apply for the bursary can be found on the Financial Support page on our website.

 

Buses run term time only, Mon – Friday.

Timetables for 2025/26 are available here:

Please note that these timetables may be subject to change. 

PLEASE FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THE BLC COLLEGE BUS TERMS OF USE AND CODE OF CONDUCT. ALL STUDENTS MUST COMPLY WITH THE TRANSPORT CODE OF CONDUCT AND ANY BREACHES MAY BE DEALT WITH THROUGH THE COLLEGE DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE.

What Shall I do if my bus does not arrive on time?

If your college does not arrive on time, please follow the Transport Incident Process for Students here.

Can I Track to See Where My Bus Is?

High Peak have added some of the college bus routes to their Bus Tracker App.

The routes covered are the U1, U3, U4, U5 (morning & evening), 199 and 58.

The D&G bus tracker app covers the 108 service.

For further information about the Bus Tracker Apps, please click here.

 

All new and returning BLC students will need to complete a bus pass application form to obtain a bus pass – available to complete shortly.

If you are under 18 years old, you may need support and information from your parent or guardian to complete this form.

 

 

 

 

How much will my bus pass cost me for the academic year?

Students applying or enrolling on programmes at BLC in 2025/26 will be subject to charges on the college buses.

Dependent on where you will be travelling from, your charge band will be listed on the bus timetables for the stop you will be using.

BUS CHARGES FOR 2025/26

Charge Band

BLC Main Study Programme

BLC Apprentices

A

£288

£103

B

 £391 £139

C

£515

£175

D

£628

£216

 

Can I pay for my bus pass in instalments?

Yes, you can either pay for your bus pass in full or in three termly instalments. Please see the breakdown below, exact dates to be confirmed:

Instalment 1 – Due by September 2025
Instalment 2 – Due by January 2026
Instalment 3 – Due by April 2026

BUS CHARGES FOR 2025/26 – INSTALMENT OPTIONS

Charge Band

 BLC Main Study Programme

BLC Apprentices

A

 3 Instalments of £96.00 3 Instalments of £34.33

B

 3 Instalments of £130.33 3 Instalments of £46.33

C

3 Instalments of £171.66

 3 Instalments of £58.33

D

3 Instalments of £209.33

3 Instalments of £72.00

 

How do I make payment?

Once you have completed the online application form, you will be directed to make payment via the Online Store. 

Please ensure that you have completed the College Bus Pass Application Form before making payment. Please keep a copy of your receipt. 

Is there any financial support available?

For learners enrolled in Full Time or Part Time FE study programmes, Traineeships or Supported Internships, we offer Bursary Funding to help reduce or cover the cost of a bus pass, subject to availability.

As Bursary Funding is limited, it will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis to learners who submit an eligible application with mandatory evidence.

The College Bus Pass Application Form will ask questions to determine your eligibility to apply for a Bursary.

For more information, please visit: Financial Support – Buxton & Leek College (blc.ac.uk)

When will I receive my bus pass?

We will issue your bus pass when you start college, subject to a completed application form and payment (in full or instalment) or bursary completion.

Can I still travel on the bus before I receive my bus pass?

Yes, we will arrange temporary bus passes for the first few weeks of college.

I need to change, amend or cancel my bus pass once it’s been issued, who should I contact?

For any changes or amendments to your bus pass, please contact FE Curriculum Support. Charges will be subject to our terms and conditions.

  • I have another question, who can I contact?

If you have any questions about bus passes or bus pass payments, please contact the FE Curriculum Support Team:

  • Email: fecurricsupport@derby.ac.uk
  • Phone: 0800 074 0099 (option 1)
  • Visit the Student Centre at Buxton Campus or Leek Campus Main Reception.
Snow and Ice

In severe weather conditions we will try our best to maintain services. However, in some conditions, side roads and back roads become too difficult to negotiate, and we’ll operate a service with a reduced number of stops. If you’re in doubt, you can find out by checking the weather page.

Trains

Buxton station is only five minutes walk from the Devonshire Campus.

Buxton has direct trains from Manchester Oxford Road and Manchester Piccadilly, via Stockport. The journey takes about an hour.

You can also travel to Sheffield, which involves at least one change. For timetables contact National Rail Enquiries, 08457 48 49 50

Traveline also provides local information on trains and other forms of public transport.

www.railcard.co.uk offers a ‘young persons’ railcard that could save you a 1/3 off your fare throughout the country. You can apply for a ‘young persons’ card if you are 16-25, or 26 and over but in full time education.

There is no train station in or near to Leek.

Motorbikes and Bicycles
Cycling
The Devonshire Campus has facilities for cyclists to store their bikes free of charge in the sheltered bays which are located behind the old gatehouse.
There are showers within the catering changing rooms that staff and students can use to freshen up.

Cycle security
We have a very good security record for cycling, however its always good to lock your bike securely! Heavy duty bike locks can be obtained from the security office at a heavily subsidised rate.

Motorcycling
Motorcyclists are welcome at the Devonshire Campus. Motorcycles do not require a parking permit, and can be parked free of charge on site. There is a sheltered motorcycle parking area within the main car park.

Buxton to Derby bike ride
Each year, in June, we hold a bike ride between Buxton and Derby. Around 100 people take part, having great fun and raising money for charity in the process.

Student Car Parking

Student car parking

If you decide to bring your car to Buxton  or Leek campuses, please be aware there is no student parking on site.

In Buxton, we recommend you park in the Pavilion Gardens car park, which is around five minutes walk away on Burlington Road, near to the junction with St Johns Road. There is usually ample space during term time. You can purchase a special season ticket at a heavily discounted student rate of £110 per year from High Peak Borough Council, otherwise reasonable pay & display rates apply. Access to the Campus is easiest if you park on the top deck, at the opposite end to the ramp.

In Leek there are various short and long stay car parks within short walking distance from the College campus, all of which are Pay & Display.

Considerate parking

However, if you choose to park on street, please bear in mind that there are traffic wardens in the area who will penalise those who park illegally.
By parking considerately we ask the following:

  • Please do not park on junctions.
  • Please do not block driveways or dropped kerbs.
  • Please consider residents parking needs.

We thank you in advance for your help and consideration. How you park your car can impact people’s attitude and perception of students and the University.

Reserve a parking space at Kedleston Road, Derby Campus
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Maps and Directions
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