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

The cheapest way to get from Pitlochry to Ambleside is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pitlochry to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Pitlochry and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Pitlochry to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from West End Car Park and arriving at Salutation Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Pitlochry and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Pitlochry to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Pitlochry and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Pitlochry to Ambleside?

The distance between Pitlochry and Ambleside is 252 miles. The road distance is 203.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Ambleside without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 9m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Pitlochry to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Ambleside bus from?

Pitlochry to Ambleside bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from West End Car Park station.

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Ambleside train from?

Pitlochry to Ambleside train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Pitlochry station.

Train or bus from Pitlochry to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Ambleside is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 9m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Pitlochry to Ambleside bus arrive?

Pitlochry to Ambleside bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Pitlochry to Ambleside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pitlochry to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Pitlochry to Ambleside is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Pitlochry to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

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

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 9m
£74–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West End Car Park to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
7h 5m
£37–66
Drive 202.3 mi
1. Drive from Pitlochry to Amblesidecar 202.3 mi
3h 38m
£50–71
Train
1. Take the train from Pitlochry to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
7h 19m
£68–105

Pitlochry to Ambleside by train and bus

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 250.2 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Pitlochry, Scotland and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Pitlochry to Salutation Hotel via Edinburgh Waverley, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West End Car Park to Salutation Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 5m.

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