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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Pitlochry
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 23
1 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
1 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 23
6
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Pitlochry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Pitlochry will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 6 trains from Edinburgh to Pitlochry, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C146788:38 AM1h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:32 AMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way0 transfers- L87695 · C146841:37 PM3h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:50 PMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way1 transfer
- L8727110:33 AM1h50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:23 PMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way0 transfers
- L872741:32 PM1h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:20 PMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way0 transfers
- L87668 · C146809:39 AM2h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:55 AMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way1 transfer
- L872741:32 PM1h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:20 PMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way0 transfers
- L8727110:33 AM1h50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:23 PMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way0 transfers
- C146788:38 AM1h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:32 AMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way0 transfers
- L87682 · C1469411:35 AM2h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:40 PMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way1 transfer
- L87668 · C146809:39 AM2h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:55 AMPitlochry station (PIT)€361One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Pitlochry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Pitlochry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 90 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€31 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Pitlochry:
A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Pitlochry costing on average €31.
Other travel options to Pitlochry take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 17m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Pitlochry train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Pitlochry trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87703 · C14684 | On time 2:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h09 | 4:50 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 1 transfer | |
 G80228 | On time 4:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h49 | 6:22 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14686 | On time 5:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h00 | 7:33 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87729 · L87282 | On time 6:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 8:58 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
| C14678 | 8:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h54 | 10:32 AM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87668 · C14680 | 9:39 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h16 | 11:55 AM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 1 transfer | |
| L87271 | 10:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h50 | 12:23 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87682 · C14694 | 11:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h05 | 1:40 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 1 transfer | |
| L87274 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h48 | 3:20 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87695 · C14684 | 1:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h13 | 4:50 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Pitlochry
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Trains from Edinburgh to Pitlochry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Pitlochry trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Pitlochry from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Pitlochry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Pitlochry by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pitlochry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Pitlochry
Most Edinburgh to Pitlochry trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Pitlochry station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Pitlochry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Pitlochry station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Pitlochry from Pitlochry city centre
Pitlochry train station facilities and services
Pitlochry has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pitlochry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pitlochry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pitlochry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pitlochry: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pitlochry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 2, ramp at the end of northbound platform and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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