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

The cheapest way to get from Peterhead to Edinburgh is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £16 - £22 and takes 5h 32m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Peterhead and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterhead to Edinburgh 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 5h 14m.

How far is it from Peterhead to Edinburgh?

The distance between Peterhead and Edinburgh is 162 miles. The road distance is 152.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterhead to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 22m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Peterhead to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterhead to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where does the Peterhead to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Peterhead to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterhead to Edinburgh is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Peterhead to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2794+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Peterhead to Edinburgh 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 22m
£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
5h 32m
£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 / ...
5h 14m
£18–27
Drive 151.9 mi
1. Drive from Peterhead to Edinburghcar 151.9 mi
2h 55m
£38–55

Peterhead to Edinburgh by bus and train

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.6 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Buchan House to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station in around 5h 14m.

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