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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Peterhead is to bus which costs £17 - £45 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Peterhead is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Buchan House via Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Scotland to Peterhead?

The distance between Scotland and Peterhead is 189 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Peterhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Scotland to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Peterhead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Scotland to Peterhead?

The best way to get from Scotland to Peterhead is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Scotland to Peterhead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Peterhead is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Scotland to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 129+ hotels available in Peterhead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland 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
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to AberdeenGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 59m
£37–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9
5h 28m
£18–43
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Peterhead171.2 mi
3h 8m
£43–62
Bus via Thomas Graham Building
1. Take the bus from Thomas Graham Building to Union Square Bus StationM9
5h 41m
£32–44

Scotland to Peterhead by train and bus

109Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.2 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Scotland and Peterhead, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £26–85 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, 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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