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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Gretna by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train via Edinburgh

    best
    1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain train Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
    2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
    5h 17m
    £78–175

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus bus Uk091
    2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus bus Ukn31
    7h 51m
    £29–48

  3. Drive 202.3 mi

    1. Drive from Aberdeen to Gretnacar car 202.3 mi
    3h 36m
    £50–72

  4. Train

    1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carlisletrain train Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
    5h 30m
    £65–120

  5. Train via Lockerbie

    1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
    2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lockerbietrain train Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
    5h 50m
    £65–153

Aberdeen to Gretna by train

Calendar101Weekly Trains
Duration5h 17mAverage Duration
Ticket£78Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 236 mi
  • Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Gretna Green via Haymarket and Carlisle in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Central Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, and STAND A - English Street in around 7h 51m.

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