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

The cheapest way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £20 - £29.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Gretna Old Church and arriving at Bread Street via Crown Inn and Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

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

The distance between Gretna Green (Station) and Edinburgh Castle is 112 miles. The road distance is 82.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle, including transfers.

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

Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Gretna Old Church station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 382 bus and line 380 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 2m.

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

Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Crown Inn station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle.

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

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Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 21m
£34–73
Drive 82.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castlecar 82.2 mi
1h 42m
£20–29
Line 382 bus, line 380 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gretna Old Church to Crown Innbus 382
2. Take the bus from Crown Inn to Stance 1bus 380
3. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Bread Streetbus 101
5h 2m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to South Bridgebus 51 / ...
5h 39m
£27–41

Gretna Green (Station) to Edinburgh Castle by train and foot

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 111 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gretna Old Church to Edinburgh Castle via Crown Inn, Stance 2, and Bread Street in around 5h 2m.

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