The average train between Gretna and Aberdeen takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Gretna to Aberdeen. 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 4 hours between Gretna and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 8:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gretna is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Gretna to Aberdeen? 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 Gretna to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Gretna station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.
Gretna to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carlisle station.
Gretna to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Gretna to Aberdeen train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Gretna and Aberdeen is 246.3 km. The road distance is 380 km.
You can take a train from Gretna Green to Aberdeen via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 5h 13m.