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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Tain is to bus via Edinburgh Bus Station which costs £27 - £40 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Tain is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Tain?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Tain. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Park & Ride, Bus Station Stance 2 and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Tain?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Tain. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Tain via Perth and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Tain?

The distance between Dunfermline and Tain is 187 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Tain without a car is to bus which takes 5h 59m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Dunfermline to Tain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Tain bus from?

Dunfermline to Tain bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Tain train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Tain?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Tain is to bus which takes 5h 59m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Tain bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Tain bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Dunfermline to Tain train arrive?

Dunfermline to Tain train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Tain is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Dunfermline to Tain.

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

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Dunfermline to Tain - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dunfermline to Tain by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
5h 59m
£25–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Stationbus M90
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain
6h 15m
£34–113
Drive 171.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Taincar 171.9 mi
3h 6m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain
6h 39m
£33–79
Bus via Edinburgh Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3bus megabus M90 / ...
8h 2m
£27–40

Dunfermline to Tain by bus

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.7 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 3h 22m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Tain via Perth and Inverness in around 6h 39m.

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