Distance from Stromness to Pitlochry
Route from Stromness to Pitlochry
The route via Wick, Tain, Inbhir Nis, Aviemore.
Airports near Stromness and Pitlochry
Several airports are located near Stromness and Pitlochry. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Stromness
- Kirkwall Airport 21.3 mi 37 m
- Wick John O'Groats Airport 68.5 mi 2 h, 19 m
Airports near Pitlochry
- Dundee Airport 48.5 mi 1 h, 4 m
- Edinburgh Airport 68.5 mi 1 h, 27 m
- Inverness Airport 92.5 mi 1 h, 56 m
Alternative travel by plane from Stromness to Pitlochry
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Stromness to Pitlochry, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Stromness → Pitlochry
- Starting point: Stromness
- Arrival at the airport: Kirkwall Airport
- Distance: 21.3 mi
- Travel time: 37 m
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
- Start: Kirkwall Airport
- Goal: Dundee Airport
- As the crow flies: 173.1 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 15 m
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Pitlochry: 48.5 mi
- Travel time: 1 h, 4 m
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Stromness – Pitlochry
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 258.1 mi | 6 h, 17 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 243 mi | 4 h, 10 m |
When is a flight from Stromness to Pitlochry worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.