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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Tain and Scrabster?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tain Asda and arriving at Scrabster Ferry Terminal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Tain to Scrabster?

The distance between Tain and Scrabster is 94 miles. The road distance is 77.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tain to Scrabster without a car is to bus which takes 2h 24m and costs £1 - £40.

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

The bus from Tain Asda to Scrabster Ferry Terminal takes 2h 24m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Tain to Scrabster bus from?

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

Train or bus from Tain to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Tain to Scrabster is to bus which takes 2h 24m and costs £1 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Tain to Scrabster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tain to Scrabster?

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

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 101+ hotels available in Scrabster.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tain to Scrabster 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 Tain Asda to Scrabster Ferry Terminalbus Ember
2h 24m
£1–40
Train
1. Take the train from Tain to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
2h 40m
£35–71
Drive 77.3 mi
1. Drive from Tain to Scrabstercar 77.3 mi
1h 46m
£19–27
Bus via Cathedral Square
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Ferry Terminalbus X99
3h 49m
£23–30

Tain to Scrabster by bus

28Weekly Buses

2h 24mAverage Duration

£1Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tain to Scrabster.

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Distance: 93.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

Ember operates a bus from Tain Asda to Scrabster Ferry Terminal 4 times a day. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Tain to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £28–65 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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