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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Peterhead is to bus which costs £17 - £45 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Peterhead is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Motherwell Library and arriving at Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Motherwell to Peterhead?

The distance between Motherwell and Peterhead is 196 miles. The road distance is 172.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Peterhead without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs £17 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Motherwell to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Peterhead bus from?

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

Where does the Motherwell to Peterhead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Motherwell to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Peterhead is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Motherwell to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 124+ hotels available in Peterhead.

Motherwell to Peterhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 61 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Motherwell to Peterhead by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9
6h
£17–43
Train, bus, line 61 bus
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ride Stance 2X67 / ...
4. Take the bus from Park & Ride Stance 2 to Buchan House64 / ...
6h 21m
£40–173
Drive 171.7 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Peterhead171.7 mi
3h 15m
£44–63
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Haymarket Station900
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Bridge of Don Park & RideE1
7h 41m

Motherwell to Peterhead by bus

144Weekly Buses

6hAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.5 mi
Duration: 6h

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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