How much is the bus ticket from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pitlochry to Edinburgh start at R 175. The average price for this route is around R 278. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Pitlochry to Edinburgh is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 90 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Pitlochry to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from Megabus UK , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Pitlochry to Edinburgh at 08:03. And the latest bus departs at 22:16.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

A bus trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4283 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Pitlochry to Edinburgh from R 113 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pitlochry to Edinburgh on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 5m	21:00	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 40m	20:35	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	4h 35m	23:30	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:16	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 49m	01:05	N St David St	No tags
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	5h 35m	00:30	Edinburgh Airport	No tags

Next departures from Pitlochry to Edinburgh on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:15	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	17:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 40m	20:35	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	15:00	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:16	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 49m	01:05	N St David St	No tags
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	4h 10m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Pitlochry to Edinburgh on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:15	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	17:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 40m	20:35	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	15:00	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:16	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 49m	01:05	N St David St	No tags
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	4h 10m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Pitlochry to Edinburgh on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:15	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	17:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 40m	20:35	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	15:00	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:16	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 49m	01:05	N St David St	No tags
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	4h 10m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Pitlochry to Edinburgh on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:15	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	17:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 40m	20:35	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	15:00	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:16	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 49m	01:05	N St David St	No tags
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	4h 10m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Pitlochry to Edinburgh on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:15	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 45m	17:00	Edinburgh Airport	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 40m	20:35	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	15:00	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:16	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 49m	01:05	N St David St	No tags
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	4h 10m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Pitlochry to Edinburgh on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:15	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	17:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 40m	20:35	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	15:00	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:16	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 49m	01:05	N St David St	No tags
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	4h 10m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Pitlochry to Edinburgh on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	15:00	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:55	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	1h 40m	20:35	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	12:50	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	4h 10m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:16	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 49m	01:05	N St David St	No tags
Bus	15:15	Fishers Hotel Bus Stop	2h 10m	17:25	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:17 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Pitlochry to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day

2h 30mAverage duration

90 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 175 - R 699	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 299 - R 1 479	Average duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 135 - R 135	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Pitlochry and Edinburgh?

Stops in Pitlochry

A
Pitlochry Bus Stop
16 W Moulin Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5EA, UK
B
Bank of Scotland Bus Stop
75 Atholl Road, Pitlochry PH16 5BL

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Visit page
B
Edinburgh Airport
C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
Visit page
D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Compare bus companies

Megabus UK

3.5/54 285 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4285 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at R 277

Megabus Pitlochry Edinburgh recent customer reviews

First of all the bus was 25 minutes late and there was no heating on the bus and no apology fir being late then there was a crash on the motorway so we had to be diverted a different way to Edinburgh al in all it took nearly 3 hours to get there and I just made my train journey home and no more

Valerie S.

3 April 2024

Journey on way down was absolutely freezing. Sat upstairs and cold air blowing whole way. Coming home driver sat in perth for 15 mins with doors wide open this then made us freezing and also late getting to our destination

Julie E.

6 December 2023

No bud and no notice for 45 minutes

Christian S.

15 April 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pitlochry to Edinburgh by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pitlochry to Edinburgh start at R 175. The average price for this route is around R 278. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Pitlochry to Edinburgh is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 90 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Pitlochry to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from Megabus UK, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Pitlochry to Edinburgh at 08:03. And the latest bus departs at 22:16.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4283 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pitlochry to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/12

R 279

14/12

R 269

Today

R 166

16/12

R 156

17/12

R 145

18/12

R 145

19/12

R 156

20/12

R 156

The cheapest trip from Pitlochry to Edinburgh was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 145

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pitlochry to Edinburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 145 to R 673 for a bus ticket from Pitlochry to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 145, which is on 2025-12-18.