Transport at Buxton & Leek College
Buxton and Leek College provides buses on several routes to enable students who are travelling from out of county to access the college campuses. Reasons to use our college bus:
- Only BLC students and staff are permitted to travel
- 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 address queries directly with the bus companies
- Payment plan options are available
Transport Update 23
Applying for a Bus Pass for September 2023
Please check back for prices and the Transport Application Form for 2023-24, which will be available soon.
BLC Bus pass routes
Timetables are available here:
- Bus Route 1 (Glossopdale to Buxton)
- Bus Route 3 (Blythe Bridge to Leek & Buxton)
- Bus Route 4 (Bolsover to Buxton)
- Bus Route 8 (Littleover to Buxton)
- Bus Route 10 (Youlgreave to Buxton)
- Bus Route 12 (Hathersage to Buxton)
- Bus Route 58 (Macclesfield to Buxton)
- Bus Route 108 (Ashbourne to Leek)
- Bus Route 199 (Stockport to Buxton)
- Transpeak TP2/TP3 [formerly Route 7] (Derby to Buxton)
BLC CONNECTING BUS ROUTES
Free term time services for students & Staff
PLEASE FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THE BLC COLLEGE BUS TERMS OF USE AND BEHAVIOUR CODE. ALL STUDENTS MUST COMPLY WITH THE BEHAVIOUR CODE AND ANY BREACHES MAY BE DEALT WITH THROUGH THE COLLEGE DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE.
You can view the Transport Incident Process for Students here.
Frequently asked Questions
- I have found which bus route I would like to travel on, how do I apply for a college bus pass?
All new and returning students will need to complete a mandatory College Bus Pass Application Form to obtain a bus pass. You can either complete this form when you come on-site to enrol, or you can complete online using the link from the college website. 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 year?
Students applying or enrolling on programmes at BLC for the first time in September 2022 may be subject to charges on the college buses. This will not apply to continuing or progressing students who are already enrolled at BLC in the 2021/22 academic year.
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 NEW 2022 STUDENTS ONLY |
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| Main Study Programme annual fee: | Apprentices annual fee: | |
| Charge Band A – £250
Charge Band B – £350 Charge Band C – £450 Charge Band D – £550 Charge Band X – No Charge |
Charge Band A – £90
Charge Band B – £120 Charge Band C – £150 Charge Band D – £190 Charge Band X – No Charge |
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Please note that bus charges for 2023/24 will be available soon.
- Can I pay for my bus pass in instalments?
Yes, you can pay for your bus pass in three termly instalments. Please see the breakdown below:
Instalment 1 – Due by 5th September 2022
Instalment 2 – Due by 3rd January 2023
Instalment 3 – Due by 17th April 2023
| INSTALMENT OPTIONS FOR NEW 2022 STUDENTS ONLY | ||||
| Main Programme students wishing to pay by instalments, the fees are as follows: | Apprentices wishing to pay by instalments, the fees are as follows: | |||
| Charge Band A –
Total to pay: £250 |
Instalment 1 – £83.33
Instalment 2 – £83.33 Instalment 3 – £83.33 |
Charge Band A –
Total to pay: £90
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Instalment 1 – £30
Instalment 2 – £30 Instalment 3 – £30 |
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| Charge Band B –
Total to pay: £350
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Instalment 1 – £116.66
Instalment 2 – £116.66 Instalment 3 – £116.66 |
Charge Band B –
Total to pay: £120
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Instalment 1 – £40
Instalment 2 – £40 Instalment 3 – £40 |
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| Charge Band C –
Total to pay: £450
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Instalment 1 – £150
Instalment 2 – £150 Instalment 3 – £150 |
Charge Band C –
Total to pay: £150
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Instalment 1 – £50
Instalment 2 – £50 Instalment 3 – £50 |
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| Charge Band D –
Total to pay: £550
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Instalment 1 – £183.33
Instalment 2 – £183.33 Instalment 3 – £183.33 |
Charge Band D –
Total to pay: £190
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Instalment 1 – £63.33
Instalment 2 -£63.33 Instalment 3 -£63.33 |
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Please note that bus charges for 2023/24 will be available soon.
- How do I make payments?
Once you have completed the online application form, you will be directed to make payment via the Online Store. Alternatively, please click on the links below which will take you direct to the Online Store:
New 2022/23 Main Study Programme Students – Click here to make payment.
New 2022/23 BLC Apprentices – Click here to make payment.
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?
If you are eligible for the Bursary, you may be able to get some financial support. Bursary funding is limited and will be issued on a first come first served basis. You will be asked questions on the College Bus Pass Application Form to determine your eligibility. For more information, please visit www.blc.ac.uk/financial-support/funding-bursaries-loans/
- When will I receive my bus pass?
Please allow 48 hours for your bus pass application to be processed. We will issue you with your QR code bus pass subject to payment/bursary completion.
We will notify you once your QR code bus pass is ready for you to collect from either the Student Centre at Buxton Campus or Leek Campus Main Reception
- Do I still need to complete the form to use one of the connecting buses across campuses?
Yes, please complete the online form to apply for your college bus pass including the connecting bus across campuses (Leek, Buxton, Harpur Hill). This service is free to all college students and staff, you will need to ensure you wear your lanyard to travel.
College Bus Passes
If you catch the college bus, you must scan your bus pass with the QR code on it to the driver as you board the bus. If you do not have a bus pass with a valid QR code on it, you will not be able to travel on the college bus.
For students who have already got a QR code bus pass, please take a clear photo of this (showing the full QR code, flat and not blurry) on your phone so that you can still travel on the bus if you forget/lose your pass.
If you have any questions about bus passes or bus pass payments:
- Email: fecurricsupport@derby.ac.uk
- Phone: 0800 074 0099
- Visit the Student Centre at Buxton Campus or Leek Campus Main Reception.
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 require assistance or have any questions, please telephone 0800 074 0099 or email fecurricsupport@derby.ac.uk
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 or calling the Snowline on 01332 597669.