Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Pitlochry travel guide

Pitlochry Tourism | Pitlochry Guide

You're Going to Love Pitlochry

With a population of 2,860, Pitlochry is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Pitlochry to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Pitlochry

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Wee Choo-Choo (3 Rie-Achan Rd) and Fauna at Pine Trees Hotel (Strathview Terrace) are great picks.

When to visit Pitlochry

Pitlochry in January
Estimated hotel price
£131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pitlochry in January
Estimated hotel price
£131
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pitlochry

Plane

Although Pitlochry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 87 km from Pitlochry. Aberdeen Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from Bournemouth and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Pitlochry. The train station in Pitlochry is called Pitlochry, and is located 2.9 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Pitlochry is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Pitlochry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Pitlochry using FlixBus or National Express. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Pitlochry takes 113 km and will cost you around £13. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £20 for a journey of 249 km.

Plane

Although Pitlochry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 87 km from Pitlochry. Aberdeen Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from Bournemouth and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Pitlochry. The train station in Pitlochry is called Pitlochry, and is located 2.9 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Pitlochry is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Pitlochry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Pitlochry using FlixBus or National Express. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Pitlochry takes 113 km and will cost you around £13. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £20 for a journey of 249 km.

Airports near Pitlochry

ABZAberdeen Dyce
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Pitlochry

Lufthansa
Good (7,974 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,946 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,354 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,684 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,770 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,000 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,239 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,314 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,509 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pitlochry

From 5-star hotels such as the Fonab Castle Hotel to great affordable options like the Rosemount Hotel, Pitlochry offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £159 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £291 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pitlochry

Most booked hotels in Pitlochry

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Fonab Castle Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£310+
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Atholl Palace Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£189+
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Moulin Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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Dunalastair Hotel Suites
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£165+
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Fisher's Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£104+
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Scotlands Spa Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£107+
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Hiring a car in Pitlochry

Expect to pay £1.56 per litre in Pitlochry (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.72 and £24.95.

Expect to pay £1.56 per litre in Pitlochry (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.72 and £24.95.