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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Tain

Cheapest
3 h 24 min
Car
300 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.58–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89
Train from Inverness to Tain
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$32.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Tain is to bus which costs $33.70 - $47.83 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Tain is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Tain?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Tain. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Bus Station Stance 2 and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Tain?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Tain. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Tain via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Tain?

The distance between Edinburgh and Tain is 368 km. The road distance is 301.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Tain without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $70.65 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Edinburgh to Tain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Tain bus from?

Edinburgh to Tain bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Tain train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Tain?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Tain is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $70.65 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $47.83 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Tain bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Tain bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Tain train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Tain is 301 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Edinburgh to Tain.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Tain train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Tain?

There are 252+ hotels available in Tain. Prices start at $48.43 per night.
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