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

The cheapest way to get from Stonehaven to Tain is to bus via Library which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stonehaven to Tain is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stonehaven and Tain?

No, there is no direct bus from Stonehaven to Tain. However, there are services departing from Barclay Street and arriving at Post Office via Union Square Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 2 and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Stonehaven and Tain?

No, there is no direct train from Stonehaven to Tain. However, there are services departing from Stonehaven and arriving at Tain via Aberdeen and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Stonehaven to Tain?

The distance between Stonehaven and Tain is 167 miles. The road distance is 139.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Tain without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Stonehaven to Tain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stonehaven to Tain bus from?

Stonehaven to Tain bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stonehaven to Tain train from?

Stonehaven to Tain train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Stonehaven to Tain?

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Tain is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Library, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Stonehaven to Tain bus arrive?

Stonehaven to Tain bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Where does the Stonehaven to Tain train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stonehaven to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Stonehaven to Tain is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Stonehaven to Tain.

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

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Where can I stay near Tain?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Stonehaven to Tain by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to TainInverness - Wick / ...
5h 17m
£40–140
Bus via Library
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
6h 1m
£24–54
Drive 139 mi
1. Drive from Stonehaven to Tain139 mi
2h 52m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Asda Car ParkE6
6h 10m

Stonehaven to Tain by bus

276Weekly Buses

6h 1mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Stonehaven to Tain via Aberdeen and Inverness in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Megabus UK also services this route every 2 hours.

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