The average train between Preston and Gretna Green takes 1h 35m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 hourly between Preston and Gretna Green. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Gretna Green at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Gretna Green. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Gretna Green station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.
Preston to Gretna Green train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Gretna Green train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Preston to Gretna Green train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail and 3 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Gretna Green is 140.1 km. The road distance is 159 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Four other operators also service this route.