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

278.6 miles 448.4 km · straight line
385.6 miles actual route 620.6 km · driving distance
7h 7min estimated drive time
£58 - £72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
4° N bearing direction

How far is Manchester, United Kingdom from Peterhead?

The distance from Manchester, United Kingdom to Peterhead is 278.6 miles (448.4 km) as the crow flies. Peterhead is located N of Manchester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 385.6 miles, taking about 7h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time.

Coordinates come from public place data for Manchester, United Kingdom and Peterhead. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Manchester, United Kingdom to Peterhead

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 7min £58 - £72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 32min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~6h 46min $46–$135* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, United Kingdom & Peterhead

Quick Facts

Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m 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 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM