The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Pitlochry
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Pitlochry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Pitlochry will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 4 trains that leave Inverness for Pitlochry on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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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Y38568Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Inverness to Pitlochry
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Pitlochry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$41 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Inverness to Pitlochry train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Pitlochry trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y39570 | 8:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 1h44 | 10:26 AM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y38564 | 9:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 1h42 | 11:24 AM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y38566 | 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 1h36 | 12:26 PM Pitlochry station (PIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness to Pitlochry by bus or train
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Why should you book Inverness to Pitlochry trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Pitlochry.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ScotRail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Inverness to Pitlochry.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Pitlochry.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Inverness to Pitlochry.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Pitlochry
Trains from Inverness to Pitlochry run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 21:32 |
Cheapest month Feb |
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Low season Oct - Dec |
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Least busy day Wed |
Best day to book ahead 14 days |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER, Caledonian Sleeper from Inverness to Pitlochry trainsScotRail, LNER, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Inverness and Pitlochry from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Inverness to Pitlochry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Pitlochry
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:05 - 18:30 Saturday 08:05 - 18:30 Sunday 10:40 - 18:20
- Type of shops available: Charity bookshop
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop in the West End Car Park, off Station Road
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