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

The cheapest way to get from Peterhead to Leith is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £16 - £22 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterhead to Leith is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Peterhead and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterhead to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Buchan House and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Peterhead to Leith?

The distance between Peterhead and Leith is 162 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterhead to Leith without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 23m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Peterhead to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterhead to Leith bus from?

Peterhead to Leith bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Buchan House station.

Where does the Peterhead to Leith bus arrive?

Peterhead to Leith bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Peterhead to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterhead to Leith is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Peterhead to Leith.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2849+ hotels available in Leith.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Buchan House to Union Square Bus Stationbus 61 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 23m
£31–87
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchan House to Broadfold Roadbus 61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridge of Don Park and Ride to George Streetbus Ember
6h
£16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchan House to Union Square Bus Stationbus 61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
4h 46m
£18–27
Drive 153.2 mi
1. Drive from Peterhead to Leithcar 153.2 mi
2h 57m
£38–55

Peterhead to Leith by bus and train

116Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.6 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Buchan House to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station in around 4h 46m.

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