What is the cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Peterhead?

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Peterhead is to bus which costs £22 - £50 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Peterhead?

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Peterhead is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Peterhead?

The distance between Dumbarton and Peterhead is 196 miles. The road distance is 177.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dumbarton to Peterhead without a car?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Peterhead without a car is to bus which takes 6h 8m and costs £22 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Dumbarton to Peterhead?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Dumbarton to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Peterhead bus from?

Dumbarton to Peterhead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumbarton to Peterhead bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Peterhead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Peterhead is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Dumbarton to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 124+ hotels available in Peterhead.

Dumbarton to Peterhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 61 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dumbarton to Peterhead by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9
6h 8m
£23–46
Train, bus, line 61 bus
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Level
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ride Stance 2X67 / ...
4. Take the bus from Park & Ride Stance 2 to Buchan House64 / ...
6h 23m
£42–173
Drive 176.9 mi
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Peterhead176.9 mi
3h 23m
£45–65
Fly, bus, line 61 bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)GLA - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to Park & Ride Stance 2
3. Take the bus from Park & Ride Stance 2 to Buchan House
6h 47m
£95–216

Dumbarton to Peterhead by bus

144Weekly Buses

6h 8mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.9 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Peterhead, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £17–24 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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