The cheapest and fastest buses from Pitlochry to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pitlochry to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pitlochry to Edinburgh will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Pitlochry to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus6:55 PM2h05Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)9:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:50 PM4h10Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)5:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:50 PM2h10Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)3:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:55 PM3h38Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)10:33 PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South€191One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:50 PM3h21Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)4:11 PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South€221One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:55 PM2h05Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)9:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:50 PM2h10Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)3:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:50 PM3h21Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)4:11 PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South€221One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:55 PM3h38Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)10:33 PMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South€191One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:50 PM4h10Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel)5:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Pitlochry to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pitlochry to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 90 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Pitlochry to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pitlochry to Edinburgh buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 2h05 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 3h38 | 10:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 3h21 | 4:11 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 4h10 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 2h10 | 3:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Pitlochry to Edinburgh buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Park's of Hamilton, Ember or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Pitlochry to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Park's of Hamilton, Ember or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Pitlochry to Edinburgh.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pitlochry to Edinburgh
Buses from Pitlochry to Edinburgh run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 90 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 90 km |
Average bus duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Park's of Hamilton, Ember, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Pitlochry to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Pitlochry to Edinburgh with Megabus, FlixBus, Park's of Hamilton, Ember, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Park's of Hamilton
Ember
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd
FAQs: Bus from Pitlochry to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pitlochry to Edinburgh by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Pitlochry to Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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