Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Peebles travel guide

Peebles Tourism | Peebles Guide

You're Going to Love Peebles

With a population of 8,403, Peebles is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Peebles to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Peebles

If you’re looking for affordable options, Renwicks at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa (Cardrona) and The Horseshoe Restaurant with Rooms (The Horseshoe Inn Eddleston) are great picks.

When to visit Peebles

Peebles in February
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel
Peebles in February
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Peebles

Plane

Although Peebles doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 35 km from Peebles. The shortest flight to Peebles from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Peebles, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Peebles to London takes 4h 19m and costs around $114 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $112 for a 4h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Peebles is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 33 km from Peebles. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Peebles, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Peebles takes 113 km and will cost you around $27. From Dundee, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 154 km.

Plane

Although Peebles doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 35 km from Peebles. The shortest flight to Peebles from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Peebles, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Peebles to London takes 4h 19m and costs around $114 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $112 for a 4h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Peebles is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 33 km from Peebles. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Peebles, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Peebles takes 113 km and will cost you around $27. From Dundee, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 154 km.

Airports near Peebles

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Peebles

Lufthansa
Good (7,208 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,136 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,657 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,956 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,835 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,860 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (814 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
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Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,725 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,918 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,326 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Peebles

Hiring a car in Peebles

Expect to pay $3.03 per litre in Peebles (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $36.30 and $48.40. The most frequently booked car type in Peebles is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.03 per litre in Peebles (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $36.30 and $48.40. The most frequently booked car type in Peebles is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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