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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Tain is to bus via Glasgow which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Tain is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Tain?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Tain. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 2 and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Tain?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Tain. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Tain via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Tain?

The distance between Falkirk and Tain is 205 miles. The road distance is 176.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Tain without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Falkirk to Tain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Tain bus from?

Falkirk to Tain bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Tain train from?

Falkirk to Tain train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Tain?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Tain is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Falkirk to Tain bus arrive?

Falkirk to Tain bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Tain train arrive?

Falkirk to Tain train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Tain is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Falkirk to Tain.

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

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Where can I stay near Tain?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Falkirk 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 Falkirk Grahamston to Invernesstrain London Kings Cross - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
5h 14m
£65–104
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M10
8h 6m
£30–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunblane Police Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
7h 4m
£31–48
Drive 175.9 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Taincar 175.9 mi
3h 25m
£44–63
Train via Stirling
1. Take the train from Stirling to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
6h 24m
£51–163

Falkirk to Tain by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 14mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Tain via Inverness in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Dunblane Police Station to Inverness Union Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 3h 3m.

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