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Manchester to Tain Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Tain? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 108.03 BYN, with average prices for this route around 556.04 BYN.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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08:05
11 hours 2 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Victoria
19:07
Tain
TransPennine ExpressLNERScotRail
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10:30
8 hours 37 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Oxford Road
19:07
Tain
TransPennine ExpressScotRail
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11:01
11 hours 16 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Victoria
22:17
Tain
TransPennine ExpressLNERScotRail
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12:30
9 hours 47 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Oxford Road
22:17
Tain
TransPennine ExpressScotRail
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12:41
9 hours 36 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Oxford Road
22:17
Tain
East Midlands RailwayAvanti West CoastLNERScotRail
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17:56
17 hours 52 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Victoria
11:48
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Paris
TransPennine ExpressLNERScotRail
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Manchester to Tain Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:05
Last train
Last train
20:30
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Tain
Journey time
Journey time
8 hours 37 minutes
Distance
Distance
496 km
Price
Price
108.03 BYN*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Tain

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Tain during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Tain for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Tain, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Tain ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to Tain more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Tain train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.