Durham, United Kingdom to Peterhead: Road Trip Guide & Distance

188.7 miles 303.7 km · straight line
235.9 miles estimated 379.6 km · driving distance
4h 45min estimated drive time
£36 - £44 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
358° N bearing direction

How far is Durham, United Kingdom from Peterhead?

The distance from Durham, United Kingdom to Peterhead is 188.7 miles (303.7 km) as the crow flies. Peterhead is located N of Durham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 235.9 miles, taking about 4h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Durham, United Kingdom and Peterhead. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Durham, United Kingdom to Peterhead

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 45min £36 - £44 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 42min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 31min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, United Kingdom & Peterhead

Quick Facts

Durham, United Kingdom
54.78°N, 1.57°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
Peterhead
57.51°N, 1.78°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients