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

Pitlochry travel guide

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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
£96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pitlochry in January
Estimated hotel price
£96
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 American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Pitlochry, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Pitlochry to Glasgow takes 1h 30m and costs around £21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £49 for a 3h 22m trip. 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 Sixt, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pitlochry, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Pitlochry takes 113 km and will cost you around £10. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £10 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 American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Pitlochry, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Pitlochry to Glasgow takes 1h 30m and costs around £21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £49 for a 3h 22m trip. 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 Sixt, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pitlochry, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Pitlochry takes 113 km and will cost you around £10. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 249 km.

Airports near Pitlochry

ABZAberdeen Dyce
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Pitlochry

Lufthansa
Good (7,193 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,370 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,096 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,652 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,958 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,893 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,820 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,844 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,683 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,322 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,151 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 £152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £277 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 (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£143+
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Fonab Castle Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£297+
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The Atholl Palace
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£168+
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Fisher's Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£150+
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Dunalastair Hotel Suites
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£145+
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Loch Rannoch Highland Club
0 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£158+
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Hiring a car in Pitlochry

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.15 and £21.53.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.15 and £21.53.

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