✓ Top Deals ✓ Compare all buses ✓ The One Simple Search

How to get from Pitlochry to Edinburgh

Compare Trains and Buses with just one click and find the best one for you
1
Search accommodation with Booking.com
The Best Deals Save up to 70%
The Most Choices Millions of routes worldwide
Easy and Transparent Compare offers with 1 click

What is the best way to travel from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Edinburgh from Pitlochry. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 6 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 58m
£4
£6
27
Train
1h 43m
£14
£21
14

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Pitlochry?

You can reach Edinburgh with just £4 by taking a Bus from Scottish Citylink, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £4
Saturday
Sunday
from £7
Monday
from £6
Tuesday
from £6
Wednesday
from £6
Thursday

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 58m
    0
    11:26
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    13:24
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    £4
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 58m
    0
    13:26
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    15:24
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    £4
  • Parks of Hamilton
    2h 6m
    0
    16:26
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    18:32
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Parks of Hamilton
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    22:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    00:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • ScotRail
    2h 6m
    0
    07:16
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    09:22
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £15
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 46m
    0
    09:29
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    11:15
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £17
  • ScotRail
    2h 10m
    0
    10:33
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    12:43
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £29
  • ScotRail
    2h 1m
    0
    11:27
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    13:28
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £29

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    21:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    18:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    23:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 53m
    0
    11:27
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    13:20
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £14
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 47m
    0
    11:27
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    13:14
    Edinburgh
    Haymarket Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £14
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 57m
    0
    11:27
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    13:24
    Edinburgh
    South Gyle Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £29
  • ScotRail
    1h 43m
    0
    12:23
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    14:06
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £29
  • ScotRail
    2h 14m
    0
    14:25
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    16:39
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £29

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    15:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    21:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    15:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    21:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    22:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    00:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    15:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • ScotRail
    2h 6m
    0
    07:16
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    09:22
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £15
  • ScotRail
    1h 55m
    0
    08:19
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    10:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £15
  • ScotRail
    2h 10m
    0
    10:33
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    12:43
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £15
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 46m
    0
    09:29
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    11:15
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £17

What are the fastest trips from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Pitlochry in just 1h 43m with a Train from ScotRail. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 1h 46m
Saturday
Sunday
from 1h 43m
Monday
from 2h 5m
Tuesday
from 2h 5m
Wednesday
from 1h 46m
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 46m
    0
    09:29
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    11:15
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £17
  • ScotRail
    2h 1m
    0
    11:27
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    13:28
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £29
  • ScotRail
    2h 6m
    0
    07:16
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    09:22
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £15
  • ScotRail
    2h 10m
    0
    10:33
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    12:43
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £29
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 58m
    0
    11:26
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    13:24
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    £4
  • Scottish Citylink
    1h 58m
    0
    13:26
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    15:24
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    22:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    00:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • Parks of Hamilton
    2h 6m
    0
    16:26
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    18:32
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Parks of Hamilton
    Economy
    £6

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • ScotRail
    1h 43m
    0
    12:23
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    14:06
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £29
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 47m
    0
    11:27
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    13:14
    Edinburgh
    Haymarket Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £14
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 53m
    0
    11:27
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    13:20
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £14
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 57m
    0
    11:27
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    13:24
    Edinburgh
    South Gyle Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £29
  • ScotRail
    2h 14m
    0
    14:25
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    16:39
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £29
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    21:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    18:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    23:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    15:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    21:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    15:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    21:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 46m
    0
    09:29
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    11:15
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £17
  • ScotRail
    1h 55m
    0
    08:19
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    10:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £15
  • ScotRail
    2h 6m
    0
    07:16
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    09:22
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £15
  • ScotRail
    2h 10m
    0
    10:33
    Pitlochry
    Central Station
    12:43
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £15
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    22:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    00:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    15:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    12:50
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    17:00
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Pitlochry
    Bank of Scotland
    20:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Pitlochry to Edinburgh

What are the most popular stations in Pitlochry and Edinburgh?

In Pitlochry, you will usually depart from Bus Bay, Bank of Scotland or House of Bruar, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Pitlochry? With 7 connections between 6 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Pitlochry and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as £4 with a Bus from Scottish Citylink.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from ScotRail: you will get to Edinburgh in just 1h 43m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Pitlochry and Edinburgh are FlixBus, ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Pitlochry and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bridge of Tilt or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Perth Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Pitlochry and Edinburgh, are FlixBus, ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway (LNER). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus, Scottish Citylink and Parks of Hamilton

Train companies: ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

All you need to know when you travel from Pitlochry to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Pitlochry to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Pitlochry?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Pitlochry.

How far is Edinburgh from Pitlochry?

The distance between Pitlochry and Edinburgh is 89.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Pitlochry and Edinburgh?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 22 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just £4 by taking a Bus from Scottish Citylink.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 1h 43m with a Train from ScotRail.

More routes to Pitlochry and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Pitlochry and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To show you the best bus deals, we and our partners use technical, analytical, and marketing cookies for ads personalisation. We remember your anonymized details to provide a personalized experience.