The average train between Dundee and Tain takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Dundee to Tain. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Dundee and Tain. The earliest departure is at 7:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundee is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Tain at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Perth and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dundee to Tain? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Tain. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Tain station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Dundee to Tain train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Dundee to Tain train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Tain station.
Book your Dundee to Tain train tickets online with ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Dundee and Tain is 162.9 km. The road distance is 290 km.
You can take a train from Dundee to Tain via Perth and Inverness in around 5h 56m.