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

213.4 miles 343.4 km · straight line
266.8 miles estimated 429.3 km · driving distance
5h 22min estimated drive time
£40 - £50 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
167° SSE bearing direction

How far is Peterhead from Whitby, United Kingdom?

The distance from Peterhead to Whitby, United Kingdom is 213.4 miles (343.4 km) as the crow flies. Whitby, United Kingdom is located SSE of Peterhead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 266.8 miles, taking about 5h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. 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 Whitby, United Kingdom. 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 Whitby, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 22min £40 - £50 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 26min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 6min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Peterhead & Whitby, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Peterhead
57.51°N, 1.78°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Whitby, United Kingdom
54.49°N, 0.62°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients