Hamilton to Gretna Trains

Hamilton to Gretna trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Hamilton and Gretna takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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.

2h 4m
Duration: 98 mi
Distance: £38
Average price: Every 2 hours
Frequency

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Take the train from Motherwell to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...

1h 55m

£21–63

Hamilton to Gretna train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Hamilton and Gretna. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Gretna at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, August 12, 2026

9:52 AM → 11:24 AM
1h 31m • 1 change
11:52 AM → 1:17 PM
1h 25m • 1 change
12:21 PM → 2:19 PM
1h 57m • 1 change
1:50 PM → 3:20 PM
1h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, August 13, 2026

5:48 AM → 7:12 AM
1h 23m • 1 change
6:53 AM → 8:20 AM
1h 27m • 1 change
7:52 AM → 9:05 AM
1h 13m • 1 change
9:52 AM → 11:24 AM
1h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, August 14, 2026

5:48 AM → 7:12 AM
1h 23m • 1 change
6:53 AM → 8:20 AM
1h 27m • 1 change
7:52 AM → 9:05 AM
1h 13m • 1 change
9:52 AM → 11:24 AM
1h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, August 15, 2026

5:48 AM → 7:13 AM
1h 24m • 1 change
6:45 AM → 8:20 AM
1h 35m • 1 change
7:52 AM → 9:20 AM
1h 27m • 1 change
8:26 AM → 10:08 AM
1h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, August 16, 2026

11:52 AM → 1:22 PM
1h 30m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hamilton 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.

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland and Gretna, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Carlisle every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 55 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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