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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Peterhead is to bus which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Peterhead is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Aberdeen via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Peterhead?

The distance between Dumfries and Peterhead is 267 miles. The road distance is 224 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Peterhead without a car is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Dumfries to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Peterhead bus from?

Dumfries to Peterhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Peterhead train from?

Dumfries to Peterhead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Peterhead?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Peterhead is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can train via Carlisle, which costs £85 - £210 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Dumfries to Peterhead bus arrive?

Dumfries to Peterhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Peterhead train arrive?

Dumfries to Peterhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Peterhead is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Dumfries to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 150+ hotels available in Peterhead.

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There are 6 ways to get from Dumfries to Peterhead by bus, train, car, or plane

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1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
7h 50m
£43–62
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
7h 52m
£89–206
Drive 222.7 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Peterheadcar 222.7 mi
4h 14m
£55–79
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane GLA - ABZ
9h 3m
£118–332
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
7h 58m
£66–160
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Bridge of Don Park and Ridebus Ember
9h 30m

Dumfries to Peterhead by bus

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Distance: 265.3 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Peterhead, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Court to Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, and Park & Ride in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Buchan House via Carlisle, Haymarket, Aberdeen, Union Square Bus Station, and Park & Ride in around 7h 52m.

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