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

The cheapest way to get from Gretna to Inverness is to train and bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gretna to Inverness is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Gretna and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Gretna to Inverness station. However, there are services departing from Central Avenue and arriving at Bus Station Stance 3 via Crown Inn, Stance 2 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Gretna and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Gretna to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Inverness via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Gretna to Inverness?

The distance between Gretna and Inverness is 295 miles. The road distance is 237 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gretna to Inverness without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 48m and costs £95 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Gretna to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Inverness bus from?

Gretna to Inverness bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Stance 2 station.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Inverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Gretna to Inverness?

The best way to get from Gretna to Inverness is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 48m and costs £95 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Gretna to Inverness bus arrive?

Gretna to Inverness bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Gretna to Inverness train arrive?

Gretna to Inverness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Gretna to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna to Inverness is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Gretna to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
6h 48m
£99–207
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
7h 30m
£42–67
Drive 235.6 mi
1. Drive from Gretna to Invernesscar 235.6 mi
4h 15m
£58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Invernesstrain London Euston - Inverness
7h 30m
£94–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
8h 57m
£48–83

Gretna to Inverness by train

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Distance: 293.2 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

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

You can take a train from Gretna Green to Inverness via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Avenue to Bus Station Stance 3 via Crown Inn, Stance 2, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 57m.

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