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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
€5
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
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 €5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Pitlochry for Perth on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 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 Tue, Aug 04 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Pitlochry to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price |
1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m 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 €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pitlochry to Perth costing on average €10.
Other travel options to Perth take longer:
Bus takes on average 39m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €5 |
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 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
The table below shows live departures for Pitlochry to Perth buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 0h45 | 4:00 PM Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 0h35 | 7:30 PM Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:50 PM Pitlochry, Atholl Road (Fishers Hotel) | 0h40 | 1:30 PM Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pitlochry to Perth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 12 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 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 6:41 AM |
Last bus 11:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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.
Celebrated regimental museum inside Balhousie Castle, with uniforms, medals, and vivid exhibits on Scotland's famous Black Watch.
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.
Haggis is Scotland's iconic savoury pudding of offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and closely tied to national food culture.
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, with some services arriving at Perth. 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.
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