The A5004 is the shortest route between Buxton and Whaley Bridge and so is used by local traffic and by drivers seeking a shortcut to avoid the A6 from Buxton to Bridgemont via Dove Holes. For most of its length it passes alongside the picturesque Goyt Valley, which is one of the most visited areas of the Peak District National Park, and the road is the main access route to the valley. Thus, particularly during the summer, there can be a large amount of tourist traffic on the road, including cyclists and walkers.
The A5004 is a road that connects Buxton and Whaley Bridge, offering a shortcut for drivers seeking to avoid the A6. It runs alongside the Goyt Valley, a popular tourist destination within the Peak District National Park. The road serves as the primary access point to the valley.