Transport at Buxton & Leek College
Buxton and Leek College provide several term time college bus routes to enable students who are travelling out of county to access college. Reasons to use our college bus:
- 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
BLC Bus pass routes
Buses run term time only, Mon – Thurs (to Buxton & Leek Campuses) and Friday (to Leek Campus only).
Timetables for 2023/24 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 & 9 (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:
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.
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 BLC students will need to complete this mandatory College Bus Pass Application Form 2023/24 to obtain a bus pass.
You can either complete the College Bus Pass Application Form when you come on-site to enrol, at induction or online using the above link on 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 in 2023/24 may be subject to charges on the college buses.
(Please note that this will not apply to continuing or progressing Main Programme FE Students/ Apprentices who enrolled at BLC in the 2021/22 academic year and received a bus pass in the 2022/23 academic year using the transport fee waiver.)
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 2023/2024 |
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| BLC Main Study Programme annual fee: | BLC Apprentices annual fee: | |
| Charge Band A – £265
Charge Band B – £365 Charge Band C – £475 Charge Band D – £580 Charge Band X – No Charge |
Charge Band A – £95
Charge Band B – £130 Charge Band C – £160 Charge Band D – £200 Charge Band X – No Charge |
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- 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 4th September 2023
Instalment 2 – Due by 1st January 2024
Instalment 3 – Due by 17th April 2024
| INSTALMENT OPTIONS | ||||
| BLC Main Programme students wishing to pay by instalments, the fees are as follows: | BLC Apprentices wishing to pay by instalments, the fees are as follows: | |||
| Charge Band A –
Total to pay: £265 |
Instalment 1 – £88.33
Instalment 2 – £88.33 Instalment 3 – £88.33 |
Charge Band A –
Total to pay: £95
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Instalment 1 – £31.67
Instalment 2 – £31.67 Instalment 3 – £31.67 |
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| Charge Band B –
Total to pay: £365
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Instalment 1 – £121.67
Instalment 2 – £121.67 Instalment 3 – £121.67 |
Charge Band B –
Total to pay: £140
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Instalment 1 – £43.33
Instalment 2 – £43.33 Instalment 3 – £43.33 |
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| Charge Band C –
Total to pay: £475
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Instalment 1 – £158.33
Instalment 2 – £158.33 Instalment 3 – £158.33 |
Charge Band C –
Total to pay: £160
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Instalment 1 – £53.33
Instalment 2 – £53.33 Instalment 3 – £55.33 |
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| Charge Band D –
Total to pay: £580
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Instalment 1 – £193.33
Instalment 2 – £193.33 Instalment 3 – £193.33 |
Charge Band D –
Total to pay: £200
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Instalment 1 – £66.67
Instalment 2 – £66.67 Instalment 3 – £66.67 |
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- How do I make payment?
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:
BLC Main Study Programme Students – Click here to make payment.
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?
For learners on Full Time or Part Time FE study programmes, Traineeship or Supported Internship, we have Bursary Funding available to help reduce or cover the cost of a bus pass, subject to availability.
Bursary funding is limited and will be issued on a first come first serve basis to learners who submit an eligible application.
You will be asked questions on the College Bus Pass Application Form to determine your eligibility.
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.
- 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, you will need to ensure you wear your lanyard to travel.
- 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.