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Carlisle to Gretna train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Gretna trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:54 AM Carlisle | 0h14 | 9:08 AM Gretna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Gretna
Trains from Carlisle to Gretna run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (14 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 8 miles (14 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 23:35 |
FAQs: Trains from Carlisle to Gretna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Gretna 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 Gretna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Carlisle to Gretna
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
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