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Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Gretna Green
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Gretna Green among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$33 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Gretna Green:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Gretna Green costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Gretna Green take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 15m.
Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.57 (€-2.12). The journey takes 2h 15m versus 1h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Gretna Green by train or bus
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Why should you book Glasgow to Gretna Green trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail, Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Gretna Green.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Glasgow to Gretna Green.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail, Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Gretna Green.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Gretna Green.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Gretna Green
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Trains from Glasgow to Gretna Green run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 9:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Gretna Green trainsScotrail, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Gretna Green from $10 (€8). 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 Glasgow to Gretna Green
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Gretna Green
Most Glasgow to Gretna Green trains use the Glasgow Central to Gretna Green station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Gretna Green train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Shettleston from Glasgow city centre
Shettleston is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Shettleston train station facilities and services
Shettleston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shettleston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shettleston. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shettleston: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shettleston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shettleston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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 Glasgow 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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