What is the cheapest way to get from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle is to bus via George Street which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Pitlochry and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pitlochry and arriving at George Street. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Pitlochry and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pitlochry and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Pitlochry and Edinburgh Castle is 98 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

How do I travel from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £28 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle?

The train from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 46m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £28 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via George Street, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
1h 58m
£28–80
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pitlochry to George Streetbus Ember
2h 15m
£9–14
Drive 69.9 mi
1. Drive from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castlecar 69.9 mi
1h 23m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from West End Car Park to Queensferry Streetbus M90
2h 17m
£13–26

Pitlochry to Edinburgh Castle by train and foot

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 97.4 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Pitlochry, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Waverley 5 times a day. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Pitlochry to George Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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