Edinburgh to Pitlochry: Road Trip Guide & Distance

55.9 miles 90 km · straight line
70.8 miles actual route 114 km · driving distance
1h 38min estimated drive time
£11 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Pitlochry?

The distance from Edinburgh to Pitlochry is 55.9 miles (90 km) as the crow flies. Pitlochry is located NNW of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 70.8 miles, taking about 1h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh and Pitlochry. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Edinburgh to Pitlochry

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 38min £11 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 58min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Pitlochry

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Pitlochry
56.70°N, 3.73°W
Europe/London
120m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 445.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM