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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Peterhead is to bus which costs £13 - £18 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Peterhead is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Buchan House via Broadfold Road and Park & Ride Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Elgin to Peterhead?

The distance between Elgin and Peterhead is 107 miles. The road distance is 68.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Peterhead without a car is to train and bus and line 61 bus which takes 3h 20m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Elgin to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Peterhead bus from?

Elgin to Peterhead bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin station.

Where does the Elgin to Peterhead bus arrive?

Elgin to Peterhead bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Bridge of Don Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Peterhead is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Elgin to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 147+ hotels available in Peterhead.

Elgin to Peterhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 61 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin 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, line 61 bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ride Stance 2bus X67 / ...
3. Take the bus from Park & Ride Stance 2 to Buchan Housebus 64 / ...
3h 20m
£35–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Bridge of Don Park and Ridebus Ember
4h
£14–17
Train, line 49 bus, line 61 bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverurietrain
2. Take the bus from Town Hall to Park & Ride Stance 3bus 49
3. Take the bus from Park & Ride Stance 2 to Buchan Housebus 64 / ...
3h 46m
Drive 68.4 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Peterheadcar 68.4 mi
1h 29m
£17–25
Bus, line 10 bus, line 49 bus, line 61 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Squarebus 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Square to Town Hallbus 10 / ...
3. Take the bus from Town Hall to Park & Ride Stance 3bus 49
4. Take the bus from Park & Ride Stance 2 to Buchan Housebus 64 / ...
4h 35m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Elgin to Peterhead.

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Distance: 106.2 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Ember operates a bus from Elgin station to Bridge of Don Park and Ride hourly. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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