What is the cheapest way to get from Gretna to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Gretna to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gretna to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Gretna to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Gretna and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Gretna to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Gretna and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Gretna to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Gretna to Edinburgh?

The distance between Gretna and Edinburgh is 111 miles. The road distance is 83.8 miles.

How do I travel from Gretna to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Gretna to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £25 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Gretna to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Gretna to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Edinburgh bus from?

Gretna to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Gretna to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Gretna to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £25 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Gretna to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Gretna to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Gretna to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gretna to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna to Edinburgh is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Gretna to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Gretna to Edinburgh?

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Gretna to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 382 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Gretna to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 25m
£26–61
Drive 83.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gretna to Edinburghcar 83.3 mi
1h 45m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
5h 2m
£23–32
Line 382 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Central Avenue to Crown Innbus 382
2. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
5h 25m

Gretna to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 110.4 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Borders Buses operates a bus from Halston Hotel to Edinburgh, Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £19–26 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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