What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £6 - £14 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Pitlochry?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Pitlochry. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Pitlochry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Pitlochry. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Pitlochry is 98 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £14 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Pitlochry takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £14 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Pitlochry station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Pitlochry station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry?

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Where can I stay near Pitlochry?

There are 358+ hotels available in Pitlochry.

Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Pitlochrytrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2h 2m
£14–80
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Fishers Hotelbus Uk094
2h 27m
£6–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Pitlochrybus Ember
2h 16m
Drive 69.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochrycar 69.9 mi
1h 20m
£18–25

Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry by foot and train

46Weekly Services

2h 2mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh Castle to Pitlochry.

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Distance: 97.4 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Pitlochry, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Pitlochry 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Pitlochry every 2 hours, and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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