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

The cheapest way to get from Tain to Scotland is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tain to Scotland is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Tain and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Tain to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via County Carpets and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Tain and Scotland?

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

How far is it from Tain to Scotland?

The distance between Tain and Scotland is 205 miles. The road distance is 192.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tain to Scotland without a car is to bus which takes 5h 48m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Tain to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tain to Scotland bus from?

Tain to Scotland bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Tain to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Tain to Scotland?

The best way to get from Tain to Scotland is to bus which takes 5h 48m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Tain to Scotland bus arrive?

Tain to Scotland bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Tain to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tain to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Tain to Scotland is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Tain to Scotland.

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

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tain to Scotland by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
5h 48m
£24–49
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
6h 8m
£18–31
Train
1. Take the train from Tain to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
5h 55m
£37–86
Drive 191.7 mi
1. Drive from Tain to Glasgowcar 191.7 mi
3h 35m
£47–67
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Tain to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
6h 12m
£29–101

Tain to Scotland by bus

156Weekly Buses

5h 48mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.2 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Tain, Scotland and Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Megabus UK also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tain to Glasgow Queen Street via Inverness in around 5h 55m.

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