- Must visit
The Highland Folk Museum
Museum and archive devoted to the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings, with weapons, documents, and interpretation in nearby Newtonmore.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pitlochry to Aviemore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pitlochry to Aviemore will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 1 buses from Pitlochry to Aviemore, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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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Buses from Pitlochry to Aviemore run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:55, the last at 21:59. The fastest bus covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 10m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Scotrail | Departure Time 10:24AM | Arrival Time 12:13PM | Duration 1h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Scotrail | Departure Time 12:04PM | Arrival Time 01:53PM | Duration 1h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Scotrail | Departure Time 01:29PM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Scotrail | Departure Time 01:47PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Pitlochry to Aviemore buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 6:55 PM Pitlochry | 1h10 | 8:05 PM Aviemore | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum and archive devoted to the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings, with weapons, documents, and interpretation in nearby Newtonmore.
Small volunteer-run folk museum on Highland rural life, tools, and domestic objects. A rewarding local history stop in nearby Grantown-on-Spey.
Open-air museum with recreated Highland buildings and costumed interpretation. One of Scotland’s best museum experiences near Aviemore.
Ancient Caledonian pine forest with lochs, trails, and mountain views. One of the area’s essential scenic walking and wildlife spots.
Mountain plateau and visitor area famous for dramatic Cairngorm scenery, walks, and the funicular access zone.
Beautiful freshwater loch ringed by forest, popular for easy walks, watersports, and classic Highland views close to town.
Cullen skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup from northeast Scotland, widely loved across the Highlands for its warming flavour.
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, offal, suet and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and strongly tied to Highland food culture.
Cranachan combines whipped cream, raspberries, toasted oats, honey and whisky. It celebrates classic Scottish produce and is a favourite Highland dessert.
Well-known casual spot for artisan coffee, brunch, baking and light lunches, popular with locals and visitors after outdoor activities.
Lively traditional inn with strong local reputation for hearty Scottish dishes, venison and whisky in a cosy, characterful atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant at The Old Bridge Inn known for seasonal Scottish cooking, local game and a refined but relaxed Highland setting.
Moderate for the Highlands: lodging can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are generally in line with other Scottish tourist towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in cafes and taxis, or leave a small tip.
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Most Pitlochry to Aviemore buses use the Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) to Aviemore, Train Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Pitlochry and Aviemore bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel). ATMs are available at Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel).
Ticket office support is available at Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel).
Available at Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel): Wheelchair access available.