Pitlochry to Aviemore train with ScotRail

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Compare train and bus for Pitlochry to Aviemore

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pitlochry to Aviemore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

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Train	Most popular Bus
€34 Average price	€11 Average price Cheapest
1h 34m Average duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 39m Average duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Pitlochry to Aviemore train times

Showing trains for today, Monday, June 23

Last updated at 7:43 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C05793	On time 7:47 AM Pitlochry station (PIT)	1h05	8:52 AM Aviemore station (AVM)	0 transfersDirect
Y66198	On time 9:33 AM Pitlochry station (PIT)	0h54	10:27 AM Aviemore station (AVM)	0 transfersDirect
Y72913	On time 10:55 AM Pitlochry station (PIT)	0h54	11:49 AM Aviemore station (AVM)	0 transfersDirect
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Overview: Train from Pitlochry to Aviemore

United Kingdom

Trains from Pitlochry to Aviemore run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $10 (€8)

Distance

33 miles (54 km)

Average train duration

1h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

$16 (€13)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

57m

First train

08:48

Last train

21:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $10 (€8)

Train providers: ScotRail, East Coast and Caledonian Sleeper from Pitlochry to Aviemore trains

Buy your official ScotRail, East Coast and Caledonian Sleeper train tickets from Pitlochry to Aviemore from $16 (€13) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular route.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Train information from Pitlochry to Aviemore with ScotRail:

Average Duration: 54 min
Cheapest Price: $38
ScotRail frequency: 6 a day

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

East Coast from Pitlochry to Aviemore train information:

Average Duration: 57 min
Cheapest Price: $16
East Coast frequency: 1 a day

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

Caledonian Sleeper from Pitlochry to Aviemore train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $116
Caledonian Sleeper frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Pitlochry to Aviemore

FAQs: Travel by train from Pitlochry to Aviemore easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Pitlochry to Aviemore.

Cheap train tickets from Pitlochry to Aviemore can start from as little as $16 (€13) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Pitlochry to Aviemore is $40 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Pitlochry to Aviemore train time is 54 min covering the 33 mile (54 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Pitlochry to Aviemore leaves at 6: 12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Pitlochry to Aviemore leaves at 9: 30 PM.

Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Pitlochry to Aviemore with LNER or Caledonian Sleeper. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Pitlochry to Aviemore train with ScotRail, LNER or Caledonian Sleeper. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Pitlochry and Aviemore as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Yes, you can take a night train from Pitlochry to Aviemore with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Pitlochry, which is located around 0.2 miles (409 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Aviemore, located 0.6 miles (984 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Aviemore from Pitlochry is worth doing with a journey time of 54 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Pitlochry to Aviemore by train is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Pitlochry and Aviemore including taking a train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Pitlochry to Aviemore

Pitlochry

Aviemore

The major train station for departures in Pitlochry is Pitlochry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pitlochry for your trip from Pitlochry to Aviemore.

Pitlochry

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Pitlochry station, Station Road, Pitlochry, Perth & Kinross, PH16 5AN

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:05 - 18:30 Saturday 08:05 - 18:30 Sunday 10:40 - 18:20

Shopping

Type of shops available: Charity bookshop

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

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

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