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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Tain is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Tain is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Scrabster and Tain?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Scrabster Ferry Terminal and arriving at Tain Asda. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Tain?

The distance between Scrabster and Tain is 94 miles. The road distance is 77.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Tain without a car is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs £1 - £40.

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

The bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Tain Asda takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Scrabster to Tain bus from?

Scrabster to Tain bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Scrabster Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Scrabster to Tain?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Tain is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs £1 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Scrabster to Tain bus arrive?

Scrabster to Tain bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Tain Asda station.

Can I drive from Scrabster to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Scrabster to Tain is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Scrabster to Tain.

Where can I stay near Tain?

There are 267+ hotels available in Tain.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Scrabster 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
best
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Tain Asdabus Ember
2h 9m
£1–40
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Taintrain Wick - Inverness
2h 39m
£36–74
Drive 77.3 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Taincar 77.3 mi
1h 46m
£19–27
Bus via Clydesdale Bank
1. Take the bus from Miller Place to Clydesdale Bankbus X99
3h 40m
£23–31

Scrabster to Tain by bus

28Weekly Buses

2h 9mAverage Duration

£1Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scrabster to Tain.

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Distance: 93.8 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Ember operates a bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Tain Asda 4 times a day. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Thurso to Tain 4 times a day. Tickets cost £28–65 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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