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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Peterhead is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £18 - £24 and takes 5h 35m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh 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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Aberdeen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Peterhead?

The distance between Edinburgh and Peterhead is 165 miles. The road distance is 152.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Peterhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Edinburgh to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Peterhead bus from?

Edinburgh to Peterhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Peterhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Peterhead?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Peterhead is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Peterhead bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Peterhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Peterhead train arrive?

Edinburgh to Peterhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Peterhead is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Edinburgh to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 156+ hotels available in Peterhead.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 14m
£46–105
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Bridge of Don Park and Ridebus Ember
5h 35m
£18–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
5h 15m
£19–28
Drive 151.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Peterheadcar 151.4 mi
2h 55m
£37–53

Edinburgh to Peterhead by train and bus

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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