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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Peterhead is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Peterhead is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Town Hall and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Inverurie via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Ayr to Peterhead?

The distance between Ayr and Peterhead is 250 miles. The road distance is 208.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Peterhead without a car is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Ayr to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Peterhead bus from?

Ayr to Peterhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Peterhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Ayr to Peterhead?

The best way to get from Ayr to Peterhead is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Ayr to Peterhead bus arrive?

Ayr to Peterhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Peterhead train arrive?

Ayr to Peterhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Peterhead is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Ayr to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 160+ hotels available in Peterhead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverurietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness
7h 43m
£89–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
7h 57m
£38–65
Drive 207 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Peterheadcar 207 mi
3h 50m
£51–74
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
8h 3m
£86–166

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Distance: 249 mi
Duration: 7h 43m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Buchan House via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Inverurie, Town Hall, and Park & Ride in around 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen, Inverurie, Town Hall, and Park & Ride in around 7h 57m.

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