Glasgow to Tain train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Tain

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Cheapest price

$142

Average price

$158

Fastest journey

5 h 16 m

Average duration

8 h 26 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

216 km

Cheap tickets

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 $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Tain without transferring at least 2 times.

ScotRail
01:50PM5h16
Glasgow
07:06PMTain
$1421One-way
2 transfers
ScotRail
05:45PM14h30
Glasgow
08:15AMTain
$1421One-way
2 transfers
ScotRail
04:45PM5h32
Glasgow
10:17PMTain
$1911One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus 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 train which can get you there in 6h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $132.

Distance: 134 miles (216 km)

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Bus

$133

Average price

$46

Average price

Cheapest

6h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 10m

Average total duration

7h 40m

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Live departures

Glasgow to Tain train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Tain trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:20 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ScotRail10:07 AM Glasgow
5h05
3:12 PM Tain2 transfers
ScotRail1:40 PM Glasgow
4h44
6:24 PM Tain2 transfers
ScotRail3:07 PM Glasgow
4h38
7:45 PM Tain2 transfers
ScotRail5:41 PM Glasgow
4h59
10:40 PM Tain2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Tain

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Trains from Glasgow to Tain run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $132 (€107) 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 38m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $38 (€31)
Distance
134 miles (216 km)
Average train duration
6h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
$132 (€107)
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
4h 38m
First train
06:29
Last train
19:07
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $38 (€31)

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.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 38m
Cheapest Price
$132 (€107)
ScotRail frequency
5 a day

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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Glasgow to Tain can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $132 (€107), while the average price is around $133 (€108).
The train from Glasgow to Tain takes 4h 38m and runs 3 per day.
The first train from Glasgow to Tain leaves at 6:29 AM.
The distance by train from Glasgow to Tain is 134 miles (216 km).
The last train from Glasgow to Tain leaves at 7:07 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Glasgow to Tain.
There is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Tain.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Glasgow to Tain.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Tain is Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), which connects to Tain station (TAI).
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Tain is by bus, with a cost of around $38 (€31).
Yes, the train journey from Glasgow to Tain is considered scenic, offering views of rolling hills, picturesque countryside, and stretches of the Scottish Highlands.
A day trip from Glasgow to Tain is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 38m. Trains run 3 times per day.
To fully explore Tain, a visit of 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient, allowing time to enjoy its historical sites and local attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Tain.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Glasgow to Tain

Glasgow
Tain
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Queen Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Queen Street for your trip from Glasgow to Tain.
Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Glasgow Queen Street
  • 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

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