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, Saorsa 1875 (2 East Moulin Road) and Pasha (101 Atholl Road) are great picks.
When to visit Pitlochry
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, British Airways, Iberia 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 Manchester takes 3h 13m and costs around £29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Liverpool, expect to pay about £36 for a 3h 25m 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 Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pitlochry, including FlixBus, Megabus and National Express. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Pitlochry takes 129 km and will cost you around £10. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 266 km.
Airlines serving Pitlochry
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 £157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £228 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Pitlochry
Most booked hotels in Pitlochry
Hiring a car in Pitlochry
Hiring a car in Pitlochry costs £41 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Pitlochry.
Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.77 and £23.69.