The average train between Gretna Green and Edinburgh takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Gretna Green to Edinburgh. 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 Gretna Green and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gretna Green is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 3:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gretna Green to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Gretna Green to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carlisle station.
Gretna Green to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Gretna Green to Edinburgh train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Gretna Green and Edinburgh is 105.7 km. The road distance is 178 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Three other operators also service this route.