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The cheapest and fastest trains from Aviemore to Pitlochry
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
55 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
55 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aviemore to Pitlochry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aviemore to Pitlochry will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Fast trains
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Aviemore to Pitlochry, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
7:320h55Aviemore8:27Pitlochry£151One-way0 changes
- 7:320h55Aviemore8:27Pitlochry£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Aviemore to Pitlochry
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aviemore to Pitlochry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 55 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£15 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Aviemore to Pitlochry is a coach with an average price of £8.
This is compared to other travel options from Aviemore to Pitlochry:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aviemore to Pitlochry costing on average £15.
The fastest way to travel from Aviemore to Pitlochry is by train with an average journey time of 58m.
Other travel options to Pitlochry take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 8m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aviemore and Pitlochry including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 9m faster (58m by train vs 1h 7m by car) and roughly £0.51 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £16). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Aviemore to Pitlochry train times
The table below shows live departures for Aviemore to Pitlochry trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:32 Aviemore | 0h55 | 8:27 Pitlochry | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Aviemore to Pitlochry by coach or train
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Scotrail as well as London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail and more offer trains services from Aviemore to Pitlochry.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Aviemore to Pitlochry.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Aviemore to Pitlochry.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Aviemore to Pitlochry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Aviemore to Pitlochry run on average 5 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 56m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Aviemore to Pitlochry trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Aviemore and Pitlochry from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Scotrail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Scotrail Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
£32
Scotrail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
Caledonian Sleeper
About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Caledonian Sleeper Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Caledonian Sleeper Price
£77
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Duration
55m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Price
£68
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
1 a day
ScotRail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ScotRail Duration
51m
Cheapest ScotRail Price
£26
ScotRail frequency
8 a day
Complete guide to Pitlochry
Things to do in Pitlochry
Discover the best of Pitlochry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pitlochry trip today.
- Recommended
Blair Athol Distillery
Working whisky distillery with guided tours explaining production, maturation and the site’s role in Pitlochry’s visitor economy.
- Recommended
Blair Castle and Gardens
Castle-based museum rooms displaying arms, furnishings, archives and artworks that trace the history of the Atholl family estate.
- Must visit
Loch Faskally
Woodland loch with an easy circular walk, peaceful reflections and the famous autumn Enchanted Forest event setting.
- Recommended
Craigower
Popular hill walk above town with broad views over Pitlochry, Ben Vrackie and the surrounding glens.
- Recommended
Atholl Road
Well-kept main street lined with independent shops and Victorian buildings, ideal for a short stroll through the town centre.
- Gluten-free
Cullen skink
A hearty Highland soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, onions and milk. Closely associated with nearby Perthshire and a classic warming local starter.
Haggis
Scotland’s national dish of sheep’s offal, oats, suet and spices in a casing. A traditional Burns supper staple widely served across Highland Perthshire.
Stornoway-style black pudding
A softer, finer black pudding common in Perthshire, made with blood, oats and suet. Often served at breakfast and valued as a regional butcher’s speciality.
Fern Cottage Restaurant
Stylish modern bistro in the town centre serving Scottish dishes, seafood and steaks in a relaxed but polished setting.
The Prince of India
Long-established Indian restaurant known for reliable curries and friendly service, with a comfortable dining room close to the main street.
The Dam Cafe
Popular café and restaurant beside the dam, best known for salmon, baking and light lunches with scenic views over the river and fish ladder.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the Highlands: stays can be pricey in peak season, but pub meals and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a casual meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafés usually just small change.
FAQs: Aviemore to Pitlochry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aviemore 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Aviemore to Pitlochry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Aviemore to Pitlochry covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 56m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Aviemore to Pitlochry is 55 km.
The first train from Aviemore to Pitlochry leaves at 6:12.
The last train from Aviemore to Pitlochry departs at 21:30.
Trains from Aviemore to Pitlochry run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Aviemore to Pitlochry.
Yes, there is a direct train between Aviemore and Pitlochry. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail.
To get from Aviemore to Pitlochry, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Yes, there is a night train from Aviemore to Pitlochry.
The train station in Aviemore that goes to Pitlochry is Aviemore station (AVM), and it arrives at Pitlochry station (PIT).
The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Pitlochry is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Aviemore to Pitlochry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Aviemore to Pitlochry is considered scenic, offering views of the Cairngorms National Park, picturesque Highland landscapes, and the chance to spot wildlife along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Aviemore to Pitlochry is feasible, as the journey takes 56m and covers 55 km. There are 5 trains per day.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Pitlochry, allowing time to visit attractions like the Blair Athol Distillery, the Pitlochry Festival Theatre, and nearby natural sites such as the Loch Tummel and the Queen's View.
Yes, you can take the train from Aviemore to Pitlochry.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aviemore and Pitlochry
Most Aviemore to Pitlochry trains use the Aviemore to Pitlochry station pair. Use this guide to compare Aviemore and Pitlochry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Aviemore
Arrival train stations in Pitlochry
Which Aviemore station do trains to Pitlochry leave from?
Trains from Aviemore to Pitlochry leave from Aviemore. The station is 1 km from Aviemore city centre at Aviemore station, Grampian Road, Aviemore, Highland, PH22 1PD.
AviemoreAviemore station, Grampian Road, Aviemore, Highland, PH22 1PD
City-centre transport
Getting to Aviemore from Aviemore city centre
Bus138, 39, M39, 37, X37, 37A · 2m · £2 · every ~7 min
Aviemore train station facilities and services
Aviemore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aviemore.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aviemore.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aviemore. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aviemore: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aviemore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviemore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Pitlochry station do trains from Aviemore arrive at?
Trains from Aviemore to Pitlochry arrive at Pitlochry. Pitlochry is from Pitlochry city centre.
PitlochryPitlochry station, Station Road, Pitlochry, Perth & Kinross, PH16 5AN
City-centre transport
Getting to Pitlochry from Pitlochry city centre
Bus82, 87 · 0m · £2 · every ~1 min
Pitlochry train station facilities and services
Pitlochry has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pitlochry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pitlochry. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pitlochry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pitlochry: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pitlochry: 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.
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