The average train between Bolton and Gretna Green takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Gretna Green. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bolton and Gretna Green. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:38 PM which arrives into Gretna Green at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Gretna Green. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Gretna Green station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Bolton to Gretna Green train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Gretna Green train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Bolton to Gretna Green train tickets online with TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Bolton and Gretna Green is 163.3 km. The road distance is 192 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Bolton to Carlisle every 2 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 38m.