In Starfield, you can buy resources from several key vendors and shops located in major cities and settlements across the galaxy. Here are the best places to buy resources:

• UC Distribution Center in New Atlantis (planet Jemison, Alpha Centauri system) : This is one of the top vendors for a wide variety of resources, including rare metals and elements. The main contact here is Wen Tseng, who offers a large selection of materials. The UC Distribution Center is in the Commercial District, inside the SSNN building. Becoming a UC citizen can get you discounts here

• Jemison Mercantile in New Atlantis : Located near the spaceport next to The Viewpoint Bar, this store sells many resources like iron, tungsten, adhesive, and digipicks. It is a versatile and reliable vendor for resource buying

• Trade Authority shops : These are found in all major cities, including New Atlantis, Neon, Akila, and Cydonia. They offer a good selection of general resources and are convenient stops for buying materials

• Mining League shop in Neon (planet Volii) : Located in Neon's Core near the elevators, this shop specializes in mining-related resources

• UC Exchange in Cydonia (Mars) : This vendor has a diverse offering of over 50 different resource types and is located in the mining colony of Cydonia, directly across from the Trade Authority store

• Midtown Minerals and Shepherd's General Store in Akila City : Midtown Minerals is near the Freestar Rangers headquarters, and Shepherd's General Store is near the city entrance. Both are good resource vendors in Akila

• Other smaller settlements and random points of interest : You can find some resource vendors here, but their selection is limited compared to the major shops

Buying resources from vendors is often faster and less tedious than mining or gathering them manually, especially for rare materials needed for crafting and outpost building. However, prices can be higher, so consider balancing buying with resource farming and outpost yields

. In summary, the best and most comprehensive resource buying locations are the UC Distribution Center and Jemison Mercantile in New Atlantis, followed by Trade Authority shops in major cities, and specialized vendors like the Mining League in Neon and UC Exchange in Cydonia