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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Tain is to bus via Queensferry Street which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Tain is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Tain?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Tain. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Post Office via Bus Station Stance 2 and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Tain?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Tain. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Tain via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Tain?

The distance between Edinburgh and Tain is 230 miles. The road distance is 187.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Tain without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Edinburgh to Tain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Tain bus from?

Edinburgh to Tain bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Tain train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Tain?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Tain is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £65 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Tain bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Tain train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Tain is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Edinburgh to Tain.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Tain train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Tain?

There are 275+ hotels available in Tain.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
5h 55m
£57–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
6h 26m
£11–62
Drive 186.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Taincar 186.5 mi
3h 26m
£46–66
Bus via Queensferry Street
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
6h 29m
£33–47

Edinburgh to Tain by train

37Weekly Trains

5h 55mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.7 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tain via Inverness in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £1–50 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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