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The average train between Manchester and Gretna Green takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Gretna Green. 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 2 hours between Manchester and Gretna Green. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:21 PM which arrives into Gretna Green at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Gretna Green. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Carlisle station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Manchester to Gretna Green train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Gretna Green train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.
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The distance between Manchester and Gretna Green is 177.7 km. The road distance is 207 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 50m.
