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Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Tain (TAI)

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5

train journeys
per day

259

miles (417 kms)

7hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:44 / 21:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Tain (TAI)

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On a typical weekday there are 5 scheduled rail journeys between Carnforth and Tain , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carnforth to Tain is approximately 259 miles (417 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 26 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Tain.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carnforth to Tain. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Carnforth to Tain Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    8 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:13
    Carnforth
    Tain
    Carnforth to Tain
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    7 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    18:24
    Carnforth
    Tain
    Carnforth to Tain
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    8 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    19:46
    Carnforth
    Tain
    Carnforth to Tain
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:43
    8 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    22:40
    Carnforth
    Tain
    Carnforth to Tain
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:38
    14 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    11:48
    Carnforth
    Tain
    Carnforth to Tain

About Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Tain Station

Station name Tain (TAI)
Address Tain station, Station Road, Tain, Highland, IV19 1JA
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carnforth and Tain

The travel time between Carnforth and Tain by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carnforth and Tain vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 5 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:48.

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Amenities on trains between Carnforth and Tain can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carnforth & Tain. owever, there are 5 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Tain.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carnforth and Tain, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.