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Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Pitlochry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Pitlochry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £312.
Distance: 371 km
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£110 Average Price | £312 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Pitlochry is a coach with an average price of £36.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Pitlochry:
A coach is £74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Pitlochry costing on average £110.
A coach is £276 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Pitlochry costing on average £312.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Pitlochry is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 37m.
Other travel options to Pitlochry take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 34m.
Coach takes on average 6h 0m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Pitlochry including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £110 compared to roughly £76 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-34.37. The journey takes 5h 34m versus 4h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Pitlochry.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Pitlochry.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Pitlochry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Pitlochry run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 371 km distance in 4h 50m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Distance 371 km |
Average train duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 16:25 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 35 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 £31
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Manchester to Pitlochry trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Pitlochry from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£114
TransPennine Express frequency
10 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.
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Blair Athol Distillery
Working whisky distillery with guided tours explaining production, maturation and the site’s role in Pitlochry’s visitor economy.
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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.
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Craigower
Popular hill walk above town with broad views over Pitlochry, Ben Vrackie and the surrounding glens.
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Atholl Road
Well-kept main street lined with independent shops and Victorian buildings, ideal for a short stroll through the town centre.
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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: Manchester to Pitlochry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Pitlochry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £73, while the average price tends to be around £110.
The train journey from Manchester to Pitlochry covers a distance of 371 km and takes approximately 4h 50m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Pitlochry is 371 km.
The first train from Manchester to Pitlochry leaves at 6:03.
The last train from Manchester to Pitlochry departs at 16:25.
Trains from Manchester to Pitlochry run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Pitlochry.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Pitlochry.
To get from Manchester to Pitlochry, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Pitlochry.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Pitlochry is Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), and it arrives at Pitlochry station (PIT).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Pitlochry is by coach, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Manchester to Pitlochry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Pitlochry is scenic, offering views of the picturesque English countryside, the rolling hills of the Lake District, and the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands as you approach Pitlochry.
A day trip from Manchester to Pitlochry is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 50m each way and covers 371 km. However, there are 5 train services 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 Manchester to Pitlochry.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Pitlochry
Most Manchester to Pitlochry trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Pitlochry station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Pitlochry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Pitlochry
Which Manchester station do trains to Pitlochry leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Pitlochry leave from Manchester Oxford Road. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Which Pitlochry station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester 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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