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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Peterhead is to bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI) which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 54m.

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 17m 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 Hamilton Road and arriving at Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Peterhead?

The distance between Motherwell and Peterhead is 199 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 4m and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m 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 FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Motherwell to Peterhead bus arrive?

Motherwell to Peterhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 17m to drive from Motherwell to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 161+ hotels available in Peterhead.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
6h 4m
£30–45
Bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Terminalbus Air
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Bridge of Don Park and Ridebus Ember
7h 54m
£25–39
Train, bus, line 61 bus
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ridebus X60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Buchan Housebus 61 / ...
6h 20m
£68–134
Drive 171.7 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Peterheadcar 171.7 mi
3h 17m
£43–61

Motherwell to Peterhead by bus

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6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.8 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours.

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