What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead is to bus which costs £16 - £45 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Waverley station to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Buchan House via Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Peterhead is 165 miles. The road distance is 152.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 33m and costs £20 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Edinburgh Waverley and Peterhead?

Peterhead is 1h behind Edinburgh Waverley. It is currently 12:28 AM in Edinburgh Waverley and 11:28 PM in Peterhead.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 128+ hotels available in Peterhead.

Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead by train, bus, or car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to AberdeenEdinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ride Stance 2X67 / ...
4h 33m
£20–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM92
5h 26m
£17–40
Drive 151.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead151.8 mi
2h 55m
£38–55
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from George Street to Bridge of Don Park & RideE1
6h 4m

Edinburgh Waverley to Peterhead by train and bus

120Weekly Services

4h 33mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Peterhead, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 3h 5m. FlixBus also services this route every 10 minutes.

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