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 £35 - £55 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 Buccleuch Street and arriving at Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Peterhead?

The distance between Dumfries and Peterhead is 251 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 train which takes 7h 50m and costs £70 - £160.

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 Buccleuch Street station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Peterhead?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Peterhead is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Dumfries to Peterhead bus arrive?

Dumfries to Peterhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 136+ hotels available in Peterhead.

Dumfries to Peterhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Peterhead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
7h 50m
£71–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
7h 50m
£35–55
Drive 222.7 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Peterheadcar 222.7 mi
4h 14m
£55–79
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 56m
£95–205
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Bridge of Don Park and Ridebus Ember
9h 30m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Peterhead.

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Distance: 249.2 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Academy Street to Buchan House via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, Haymarket, Aberdeen, Union Square Bus Station, and Park & Ride Stance 2 in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, and Park & Ride Stance 2 in around 7h 50m.

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