TRAINS, PLANES AND AUTOMOBILES ...  Getting here is easy when you know how! 

There are various ways to get to Peterhead and the surrounding areas, so why not plan in advance so you can relax and enjoy your journey, taking in the spectacular scenery on the way.

TRAVELLING BY ROAD:

Peterhead is accessible by road from Edinburgh or Glasgow in around 3 hours. Follow the M9 north to Perth and then the A90 trunk road through Aberdeen and up to Peterhead. Alternatively if you wish to take in more of the area's scenery on your journey, once through Aberdeen, follow the A975 through Newburgh to Cruden Bay.

From Inverness, the journey takes around 3 hours; take the A96 to Fochabers, then turn left on the way out of Fochabers onto the A98 for Fraserburgh. Approximately 10 miles after Macduff, take a right turn onto the A950 through New Pitsligo and follow the signs for Peterhead.  For route planners visit www.theaa.com or www.rac.co.uk

TRAVELLING BY AIR:

Aberdeen Airport (24 hours) is situated 7 miles north west of Aberdeen city centre and is accessed from the A96 Aberdeen-Inverness road.  It offers a wide range of airlines, including several low-cost airlines. Contact details:       www.aberdeenairport.com.  This website hosts an AA route planner and all the information you need to know regarding airlines etc.   Address:  BAA Aberdeen Airport, Dyce, Aberdeen, AB21 7DU.  Telephone (General Enquiries): 0870 040 0006.   Fax: +44(0)1224 775 845.   Minicom: +44(0)141 585 6161.

TRAVELLING BY HIRE CAR: 

Aberdeen Airport hosts several hire car companies, so you can travel to Peterhead at your leisure.

Hertz:   Website/online bookings: http://www.hertz.co.uk   Operating hours: Mon-Fri 07.30 hours - 22.00 hours, Sat 09.00 - 18.00, Sun 09.30 - 18.00 Hertz Worldwide.  Reservations Mon - Sun 24 hrs.  Tel: 08708 448844.  UK Van & minibus rentals Mon - Fri 08.00 - 17.00 Tel: 08708 415161.

Avis:  Website/online bookings: http://www.avis.co.uk.    Reservations: 0870 010 0287.

Europcar:  Website/online bookings: http://www.europcar.co.uk.   Reservations: 0845 758 5375 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

National:    Website/online bookings:  http://www.nationalcar.co.uk.  Reservations:  0870 4004 552

Alamo:  Website/online bookings: http://www.alamo.co.uk.   Reservations: 0870 400 4562.   Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Enterprise rent-a-car:  Website/online bookings: http://www.enterprise.com.   UK car rental Tel: 0870 350 3000.   

TRAVELLING BY BUS:

Stagecoach:  From Aberdeen Bus Station to Peterhead every half hour (during peak times),  check the website for full timetables http://www.stagecoachbus.com.   Guild Street Bus Station, Aberdeen Tel: 01224 212266.  Email:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Alternatively, call Travel line Tel: 0870 608 2608.  No need to book tickets or have exact change - you can pay on board the bus.

Citylink:   Scotland's leading provider of express coach services.  Bus services across UK - check website for all locations.   Website: http://www.citylink.co.uk.   Central Reservations Centre Tel: 0870 550 5050.   Open - 07.00hrs - 22.00hrs every day.  You can buy tickets from a Travel Centre or Citylink agent - see website for list of locations.   Alternatively, you can buy tickets on board the bus (but there is no guarantee of available seats, so it is best to book in advance).

Megabus:  Low-cost fares available from Citylink.   Tickets should be booked in advance online at http://www.megabus.com.

TRAVELLING BY FERRY:

Visit www.directferries.com or telephone 0871 222 3312 to make a booking or receive a quote.

Aberdeen to Kirkwall - Ferry with Northlink - three 6 hour crossings a week between March & November

Aberdeen to Lerwick - Ferry with Northlink -  1 ferry crossing weekly with a sailing duration of approximately 12 hours

See also http://www.visitscotland.com

TRAVELLING BY TRAIN:

Scotrail:   Website: http://www.firstgroup.com.   Timetables are available online.   First ScotRail telesales Tel: 0845 755 0033.   Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  For up-to-date information on discounts and offers - check website.

National Rail:  Website:  http://www.nationalrail.co.uk.   Enquiries Tel: 0845 748 4950.   Covers Britain's National rail network with train operator and timetable information.

Useful Info - Traveline Scotland - Plan any public transport journey across Scotland and to main points in the UK.  Website: http://www.travelinescotland.com.   Tel: 0871 200 2233