What is the cheapest way to get from Pitlochry to Rothes?

The cheapest way to get from Pitlochry to Rothes is to bus via Aviemore which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pitlochry to Rothes?

The fastest way to get from Pitlochry to Rothes is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pitlochry and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Pitlochry to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Pitlochry and arriving at Kirk Place via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Pitlochry to Rothes?

The distance between Pitlochry and Rothes is 138 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

How do I travel from Pitlochry to Rothes without a car?

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Rothes without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Pitlochry to Rothes?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Pitlochry to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Rothes bus from?

Pitlochry to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Pitlochry station.

Train or bus from Pitlochry to Rothes?

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Rothes is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Pitlochry to Rothes bus arrive?

Pitlochry to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Pitlochry to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Pitlochry to Rothes is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Pitlochry to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 427+ hotels available in Rothes.

Pitlochry to Rothes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pitlochry to Rothes by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Pitlochry to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Elgin
3h 58m
£59–108
Bus via Aviemore
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West End Car Park to Stationbus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Bus Shelterbus 37A
5h 14m
£18–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pitlochry to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
4h 45m
£25–36
Drive 94.3 mi
1. Drive from Pitlochry to Rothescar 94.3 mi
1h 48m
£24–34
Train via Inverness
1. Take the train from Pitlochry to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
4h 45m
£44–108

Pitlochry to Rothes by train and bus

2Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pitlochry to Rothes.

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Pitlochry, Scotland and Rothes, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Pitlochry to Elgin twice a week. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pitlochry to Kirk Place via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 45m.

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