The average train between Durham and Gretna takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham to Gretna. 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 2 hours between Durham and Gretna. The earliest departure is at 1:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 9:07 PM which arrives into Gretna at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 13m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Durham to Gretna? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Durham to Gretna. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Gretna station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Durham to Gretna train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.
Durham to Gretna train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Durham to Gretna train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Durham and Gretna is 98.4 km. The road distance is 135 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Newcastle to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 21m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day.