The average train between Glasgow and Gretna takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow 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 hourly between Glasgow and Gretna. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Gretna at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Gretna. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Gretna station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.
Glasgow to Gretna train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Gretna train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Glasgow to Gretna train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Glasgow and Gretna is 122.5 km. The road distance is 178 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Three other operators also service this route.