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Perth Museum
Perth's flagship museum in the restored city hall, displaying local treasures including the Stone of Destiny and major stories of the region.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$6
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$6
Fastest journey on Sep 18
35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
40 m
Buses on Sep 18
3
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pitlochry to Perth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pitlochry to Perth will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 buses from Pitlochry to Perth, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 45 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pitlochry to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. 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 bus costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price |
1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Pitlochry to Perth:
A bus is $19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pitlochry to Perth costing on average $27.
Other travel options to Perth take longer:
Bus takes on average 40m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Pitlochry to Perth buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Pitlochry | 0h45 | 4:00 PM Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Pitlochry | 0h35 | 7:30 PM Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:50 PM Pitlochry | 0h40 | 1:30 PM Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pitlochry to Perth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:41, the last at 23:16. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average bus duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 6:41 AM |
Last bus 11:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Perth's flagship museum in the restored city hall, displaying local treasures including the Stone of Destiny and major stories of the region.
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Free local-history museum in a medieval house, telling Perth's civic and social story through displays and changing exhibitions.
Broad riverside park ideal for walks, events, and views of the Tay; one of Perth's classic open spaces and a local favorite.
Attractive riverside path linking gardens and views over the Tay; especially good for a scenic stroll close to the city centre.
Large public park south of the centre with river walks and wide lawns; excellent for relaxing and seeing everyday Perth life.
Scotch Broth is a hearty soup of lamb, barley and root vegetables, long linked to Scottish home cooking and well suited to Perthshire's cool climate.
Cullen Skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup. It is a classic Scottish fish dish often found on menus across Perth and eastern Scotland.
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Fine dining restaurant at Gleneagles, west of Perth, celebrated for refined Scottish cuisine and elegant service.
Established restaurant in Perth known for modern Scottish cooking with local produce in a polished but relaxed setting.
Well-known Perth cafe and deli popular for breakfast, brunch, baking and coffee in a friendly central setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are reasonable, and Perth is usually cheaper than Edinburgh for meals and stays.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up. Cafes and pubs: small tip only for table service.
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Broxden Park and Ride -> Perth Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pitlochry to Perth by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Perth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pitlochry to Perth buses use the Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) to Perth, Broxden Park and Ride station pair. Use this guide to compare Pitlochry and Perth 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.
Perth, Broxden Park and Ride is 3 km from Perth city centre. Public transport options include:
Perth, Broxden Park and Ride has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Perth, Broxden Park and Ride. ATMs are available at Perth, Broxden Park and Ride.
Ticket office support is available at Perth, Broxden Park and Ride.
Available at Perth, Broxden Park and Ride: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perth, Broxden Park and Ride: Accessible for disabled passengers.
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