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
£119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pitlochry in January
Estimated hotel price
£119
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 54 miles from Pitlochry. Aberdeen Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from London and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Pitlochry, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Pitlochry to Inverness takes 3h 14m and costs around £24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £25 for a 3h 46m trip. The train station in Pitlochry is called Pitlochry, and is located 1.8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Pitlochry is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 56 miles from Pitlochry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pitlochry, including FlixBus, National Express and Scottish Citylink. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the bus ride to Pitlochry takes 155 miles and will cost you around £24. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 285 miles.

Plane

Although Pitlochry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 54 miles from Pitlochry. Aberdeen Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from London and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Pitlochry, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Pitlochry to Inverness takes 3h 14m and costs around £24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £25 for a 3h 46m trip. The train station in Pitlochry is called Pitlochry, and is located 1.8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Pitlochry is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 56 miles from Pitlochry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pitlochry, including FlixBus, National Express and Scottish Citylink. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the bus ride to Pitlochry takes 155 miles and will cost you around £24. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 285 miles.

Airports near Pitlochry

ABZAberdeen Dyce
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Pitlochry

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,697 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,031 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,843 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,142 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,169 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 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 £144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £247 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pitlochry

Most booked hotels in Pitlochry

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Westlands of Pitlochry
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Fonab Castle Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£218+
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The Atholl Palace
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£125+
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Dunalastair Hotel Suites
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£161+
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Atholl Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Fisher's Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Hiring a car in Pitlochry

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.28 and £21.71.

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.28 and £21.71.