Tain to Inverness by train

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  • First train
    06:29
  • Last train
    22:45
  • Avg changes
    0
  • Fastest journey
    1hr 2m
  • Distance
    39 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    15
  • Avg. journey time
    1hr 11m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

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The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

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30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

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From Tain to Inverness by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Tain to Inverness by train. With 15 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Tain and Inverness: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £15.20, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel between Tain and Inverness

If you are taking the train from Tain to Inverness, you will have 15 trains each day (with a departure every 30 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:29. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:45. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:29, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:44.

How long does the train from Tain to Inverness take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 2 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 39 kilometres.

Booking Tain to Inverness trains in advance

Booking your Tain to Inverness tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 6 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Tain and Inverness by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Additional information on train travel from Tain to Inverness

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Inverness city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Tain to Inverness

Want to know more about your journey from Tain to Inverness? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What is the distance by train from Tain to Inverness?

The total distance between Tain and Inverness is 39 kilometres.

What is the Tain to Inverness train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs £15.20. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Tain to Inverness train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 6 months in advance.

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

The fastest journey on this route takes 1 hour and 2 minutes.

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