The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Pitlochry
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Pitlochry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Pitlochry will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Aberdeen for Pitlochry every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Aberdeen to Pitlochry
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Pitlochry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 111 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£52 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Pitlochry train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Pitlochry trains for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:47 Aberdeen | 3h53 | 16:40 Pitlochry | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Pitlochry
Trains from Aberdeen to Pitlochry run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 20:35 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Aberdeen to Pitlochry trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Aberdeen and Pitlochry from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Pitlochry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Pitlochry by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pitlochry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Pitlochry
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:05 - 18:30 Saturday 08:05 - 18:30 Sunday 10:40 - 18:20
- Type of shops available: Charity bookshop
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 2, ramp at the end of northbound platform and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop in the West End Car Park, off Station Road
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