The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Dunkeld
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Dunkeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dunkeld will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 11 buses that leave Edinburgh for Dunkeld every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Dunkeld
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dunkeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 73 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Dunkeld bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dunkeld coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h30 | 13:05 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 07:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h10 | 09:20 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h10 | 13:05 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h26 | 13:05 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h00 | 18:50 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h15 | 13:05 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 7h15 | 18:50 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h05 | 18:50 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h39 | 18:50 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 18:50 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h35 | 18:50 Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Dunkeld.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Dunkeld.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Dunkeld
Buses from Edinburgh to Dunkeld run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:35, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 73 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 06:35 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Edinburgh to DunkeldYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Dunkeld with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Dunkeld coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dunkeld by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dunkeld, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Dunkeld
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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