Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. 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
C$ 160
1 night at 3-star hotel
Peebles in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 160
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 22 miles from Peebles. The shortest flight to Peebles from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 40m.

Train

Lumo is the most popular train carrier serving Peebles, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Peebles to Glasgow takes 1h 30m and costs around C$ 39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about C$ 79 for a 3h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Peebles is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 21 miles from Peebles. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Peebles, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Peebles takes 61 miles and will cost you around C$ 26. From Dundee, the ticket costs about C$ 35 for a journey of 110 miles.

Plane

Although Peebles doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 22 miles from Peebles. The shortest flight to Peebles from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 40m.

Train

Lumo is the most popular train carrier serving Peebles, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Peebles to Glasgow takes 1h 30m and costs around C$ 39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about C$ 79 for a 3h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Peebles is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 21 miles from Peebles. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Peebles, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Peebles takes 61 miles and will cost you around C$ 26. From Dundee, the ticket costs about C$ 35 for a journey of 110 miles.

Airports near Peebles

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Peebles

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Peebles

Most booked hotels in Peebles

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The Crown Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 126+
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Peebles Hydro
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 195+
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The Tontine Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 197+
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The Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 188+
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Barony Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 158+
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Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 178+
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Renting a car in Peebles

Expect to pay C$ 2.41 per litre in Peebles (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 28.91 and C$ 38.54. 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 rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.41 per litre in Peebles (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 28.91 and C$ 38.54. 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 rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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