The average train between Tain and Nairn takes 2h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Tain to Nairn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Tain and Nairn. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tain is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Nairn at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Tain to Nairn. However, there are services departing from Tain station and arriving at Nairn station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.
Tain to Nairn train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Tain station.
Tain to Nairn train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.
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The distance between Tain and Nairn is 27.6 km. The road distance is 94 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Tain to Inverness every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 17m.