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Trip Overview

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.

1h 35m
Duration
99 mi
Distance
£31
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Gretna Green train times

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.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail1h 34m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 28m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail1h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail2h 29m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail1h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 35m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail2h 29m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail1h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 35m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail2h 29m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail1h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 35m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 26m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 28m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 27m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail2h 26m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail1h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 35m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail2h 29m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail1h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail1h 35m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Gretna Green? 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Gretna Green.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 99.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Gretna Green, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Four other operators also service this route.

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