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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Gretna Green
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Gretna Green is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Gretna Green will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Gretna Green without transferring at least once.
W33933+
W699268:52 AM2h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:24 AMGretna Green station (GEA)$231One-way1 transfer- W34060+C1472310:52 AM1h35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:27 PMGretna Green station (GEA)$311One-way1 transfer
- W34124+W6993412:52 PM2h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:20 PMGretna Green station (GEA)$311One-way1 transfer
- L88244+W34063+L8769910:59 AM3h20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:19 PMGretna Green station (GEA)$491One-way2 transfers
W84901+L876748:12 AM1h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:06 AMGretna Green station (GEA)$1471One-way1 transfer
- W34060+C1472310:52 AM1h35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:27 PMGretna Green station (GEA)$311One-way1 transfer
- W84901+L876748:12 AM1h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:06 AMGretna Green station (GEA)$1471One-way1 transfer
- W84912+L8769912:12 PM2h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:19 PMGretna Green station (GEA)$1471One-way1 transfer
- W34124+W6993412:52 PM2h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:20 PMGretna Green station (GEA)$311One-way1 transfer
- W33933+W699268:52 AM2h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:24 AMGretna Green station (GEA)$231One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Gretna Green
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Gretna Green among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Gretna Green:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Gretna Green costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Gretna Green take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
The journey is about 41m faster (1h 24m by train vs 2h 5m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($45 (€37) vs $73 (€60)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Gretna Green train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Gretna Green trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84901+L87674 | 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h54 | 10:06 AM Gretna Green station (GEA) | 1 transfer | |
| W33933+W69926 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h32 | 11:24 AM Gretna Green station (GEA) | 1 transfer | |
| W34060+C14723 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h35 | 12:27 PM Gretna Green station (GEA) | 1 transfer | |
| L88244 · L87699+W34063 | 10:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h20 | 2:19 PM Gretna Green station (GEA) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Gretna Green
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Gretna Green run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 9:24 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Gretna Green trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Gretna Green from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Gretna Green
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Gretna Green 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 Green, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Gretna Green
Most Edinburgh to Gretna Green trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Gretna Green train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Which Gretna Green station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Gretna Green from Gretna Green city centre
Gretna Green train station facilities and services
Gretna Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gretna Green.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gretna Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Gretna Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gretna Green: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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