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

242.2 miles 389.8 km · straight line
302.8 miles estimated 487.3 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
£46 - £57 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, United Kingdom from Peterhead?

The distance from Lancaster, United Kingdom to Peterhead is 242.2 miles (389.8 km) as the crow flies. Peterhead is located N of Lancaster, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.8 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, United Kingdom to Peterhead

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min £46 - £57 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, United Kingdom & Peterhead

Quick Facts

Lancaster, United Kingdom
54.05°N, 2.80°W
Europe/London
23m 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 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients