What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Tain?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Tain is to bus via Library which costs £21 - £50 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Tain?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Tain is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Tain?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Tain. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Bus Station Stance 2 and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Tain?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Tain. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Tain via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Tain?

The distance between Aberdeen and Tain is 151 miles. The road distance is 134.7 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Tain without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Tain without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Tain?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Aberdeen to Tain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Tain bus from?

Aberdeen to Tain bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Tain train from?

Aberdeen to Tain train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Tain?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Tain is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via Library, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Tain bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Tain bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Where does the Aberdeen to Tain train arrive?

Aberdeen to Tain train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Tain is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Aberdeen to Tain.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Tain?

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Where can I stay near Tain?

There are 259+ hotels available in Tain.

Aberdeen to Tain - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Tain by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
4h 26m
£36–63
Bus via Library
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
5h 6m
£21–46
Drive 133.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Taincar 133.9 mi
2h 47m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Union Streetbus E7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Asda Car Parkbus E6
5h 20m

Aberdeen to Tain by bus

424Weekly Buses

5h 6mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Tain.

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Tain, Scotland?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Tain via Inverness in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Megabus UK also services this route every 2 hours.

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