The average train between Liverpool and Tain takes 12h 43m and the fastest train takes 8h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Liverpool 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 3 times a day between Liverpool and Tain. The earliest departure is at 9:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Liverpool is at 8:13 PM which arrives into Tain at 3:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 12h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Tain. However, there are services departing from Liverpool station and arriving at Tain station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 43m.
Liverpool to Tain train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Liverpool to Tain train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Tain station.
Book your Liverpool to Tain train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Liverpool and Tain is 494 km. The road distance is 726 km.
You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Tain via Preston, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 10h 54m.