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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Tain
Cheapest price
$140
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Tain is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Tain will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Tain without transferring at least 2 times.
6:12 AM5h36Glasgow11:48 AMTain$1401One-way2 transfers- 10:07 AM5h05Glasgow3:12 PMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
- 1:40 PM4h44Glasgow6:24 PMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
- 3:07 PM4h38Glasgow7:45 PMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
- 5:41 PM4h59Glasgow10:40 PMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
- 3:07 PM4h38Glasgow7:45 PMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
- 1:40 PM4h44Glasgow6:24 PMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
- 5:41 PM4h59Glasgow10:40 PMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
- 10:07 AM5h05Glasgow3:12 PMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
- 7:09 PM5h19Glasgow12:28 AMTain$1401One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Tain
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Tain among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$128 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Tain:
A bus is $82 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Tain costing on average $128 (€105).
A bus is $122 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Tain costing on average $168 (€137).
Other travel options to Tain take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 44m.
Bus takes on average 7h 34m.
Tickets start at around $128 (€105) compared to roughly $70 (€57) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-58.16 (€-47.64). The journey takes 4h 44m versus 3h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow to Tain train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Tain trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:12 AM Glasgow | 5h36 | 11:48 AM Tain | 2 transfers | |
| 10:07 AM Glasgow | 5h05 | 3:12 PM Tain | 2 transfers | |
| 1:40 PM Glasgow | 4h44 | 6:24 PM Tain | 2 transfers | |
| 3:07 PM Glasgow | 4h38 | 7:45 PM Tain | 2 transfers | |
| 5:41 PM Glasgow | 4h59 | 10:40 PM Tain | 2 transfers | |
| 7:09 PM Glasgow | 5h19 | 12:28 AM Tain | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Tain
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Tain run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $128 (€105) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€105) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 6:29 AM |
Last train 7:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Tain trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Tain from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Tain
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Tain by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tain, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Tain
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
ParkingDiningHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park - unlined
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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