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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Tain is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Tain is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Tain?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Tain. However, there are services departing from Forfar and arriving at Post Office via Aberdeen Union Street, Bus Station Stance 2 and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Forfar to Tain?

The distance between Forfar and Tain is 203 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Tain without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 13m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Forfar to Tain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Tain bus from?

Forfar to Tain bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Forfar station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Tain?

The best way to get from Forfar to Tain is to bus via Aberdeen which takes 7h 40m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can train via Perth, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 7h.

Where does the Forfar to Tain bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forfar to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Tain is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Forfar to Tain.

Where can I stay near Tain?

There are 276+ hotels available in Tain.

Forfar to Tain - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Forfar to Tain by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain
6h 13m
£72–131
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
7h 40m
£30–44
Drive 153.2 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Taincar 153.2 mi
3h 10m
£39–55
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
7h
£57–154
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
7h 21m
£93–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Mill Streetbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093 / ...
8h 32m
£36–55

Forfar to Tain by bus

111Weekly Buses

7h 40mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.3 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Post Office via Aberdeen Union Street, Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 2, and Library in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forfar to Tain via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, Perth, and Inverness in around 7h.

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