Peterhead to Scarborough: Road Trip Guide & Distance

229.2 miles 368.8 km · straight line
286.5 miles estimated 461 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
£43 - £53 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
166° SSE bearing direction

How far is Peterhead from Scarborough?

The distance from Peterhead to Scarborough is 229.2 miles (368.8 km) as the crow flies. Scarborough is located SSE of Peterhead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286.5 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Peterhead and Scarborough. 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 Peterhead to Scarborough

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min £43 - £53 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Peterhead & Scarborough

Quick Facts

Peterhead
57.51°N, 1.78°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Scarborough
54.28°N, 0.40°W
Europe/London
48m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients