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 £30 - £50 and takes 6h 45m.

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 10m 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 Town Hall and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Inverurie via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Scotland to Peterhead?

The distance between Scotland and Peterhead is 209 miles. The road distance is 172.1 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 5h 42m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m 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 FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Peterhead train from?

Scotland to Peterhead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Peterhead?

The best way to get from Scotland to Peterhead is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Scotland to Peterhead bus arrive?

Scotland to Peterhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Scotland to Peterhead train arrive?

Scotland to Peterhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverurie station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Peterhead is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Scotland to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 160+ hotels available in Peterhead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverurietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness
5h 42m
£73–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
6h 45m
£31–46
Drive 171.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Peterheadcar 171.1 mi
3h 10m
£42–61
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
6h 15m
£72–130

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Distance: 207.7 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Scotland and Peterhead, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverurie 6 times a week. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route hourly.

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