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 25m.

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 to Tain. However, there are services departing from Adelphi and arriving at Asda Car Park via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

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 24m.

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 24m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m 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 Ember, depart from Adelphi 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 24m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Tain bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Tain bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

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 258+ 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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
4h 24m
£36–63
Bus via Library
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
5h 25m
£21–46
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
Drive 133.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Taincar 133.9 mi
2h 47m
£33–48

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Tain.

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Tain via Inverness in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Adelphi to Asda Car Park via Union Street in around 5h 20m.

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