The station is on the Far North Line, 44 miles 23 chains (71.3 km) from Inverness, between Fearn and Ardgay.

[citation needed] The station was opened on 1 June 1864 by the Highland Railway.

There have been two engine sheds at Tain in the past: the first was timber-built and originally from Invergordon, which included a turntable.

[7] As there are no facilities to purchase tickets, passengers must buy one in advance, or from the guard on the train.

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