What is the cheapest way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Gretna Green (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gretna Old Church and arriving at Princes Street via Crown Inn and Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Gretna Green (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Gretna Green (Station) and Edinburgh is 111 miles. The road distance is 83.2 miles.

How do I travel from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Stance 2 station.

Where do I catch the Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh?

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There are 4 ways to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 7m
£34–73
Drive 82.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburghcar 82.8 mi
1h 44m
£21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
4h 54m
Bus via Galashiels
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
5h 37m
£27–41

Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 110.4 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Gretna Green (Station), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Stance 2 to Princes Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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