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The average train between Gretna and Edinburgh takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Gretna 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 and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Gretna 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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1h 55m • 1 change2h 13m • 1 change1h 54m • 1 change2h 3m • 1 change1h 55m • 1 change2h 13m • 1 change1h 54m • 1 change2h • 1 change1h 54m • 1 change2h 11m • 1 change1h 52m • 1 change
3h 5m • 1 change2h 3m • 1 change1h 55m • 1 change2h 13m • 1 change2h 3m • 1 change1h 55m • 1 change2h 13m • 1 change1h 54m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Gretna to Edinburgh? 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 Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley station via Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Gretna to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Gretna to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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The distance between Gretna and Edinburgh is 106.7 km. The road distance is 134 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.
