The average train between Stirling and Gretna takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Stirling 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Stirling and Gretna. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stirling is at 7:19 PM which arrives into Gretna at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 13m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Stirling 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.
No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Gretna. However, there are services departing from Stirling station and arriving at Gretna station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Stirling to Gretna train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.
Stirling to Gretna train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Stirling to Gretna train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Stirling and Gretna is 136.4 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a train from Stirling to Gretna Green via Haymarket and Carlisle in around 3h 39m.