Edinburgh to Gretna Green bus with National Express

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Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Gretna Green

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Gretna Green among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 106 km

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£11

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£17

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3h 55m

Average total duration

3h 25m

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1h 54m

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1h 24m

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Live departures

Edinburgh to Gretna Green bus times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Gretna Green coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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FlixBus20:25 Edinburgh
4h25
0:50 Gretna Green0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Gretna Green by train or coach

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Why should you book Edinburgh to Gretna Green coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Edinburgh to Gretna Green.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Gretna Green.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Gretna Green.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Gretna Green.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Gretna Green

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Buses from Edinburgh to Gretna Green run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:50, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 106 km distance in 3h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
106 km
Average bus duration
3h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
4:50
Last bus
22:00
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
4 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to Gretna GreenYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Gretna Green with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 15m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Gretna Green coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Gretna Green by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gretna Green, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to Gretna Green can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to Gretna Green is £11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green is 3h 40m to travel the 106 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green leaves at 4:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green leaves at 22:00.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Edinburgh to Gretna Green with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Gretna Green. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and Gretna Green and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Edinburgh , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH), Edinburgh, Drum Brae South, Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU), Edinburgh, St Andrew's House . When arriving in Gretna Green , you can end your route in coach stations like Carlisle, Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Carlisle, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Gretna Green from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Gretna Green including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Edinburgh to Gretna Green depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Gretna Green:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Gretna Green:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Edinburgh to Gretna Green with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Gretna Green

Most Edinburgh to Gretna Green buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Gretna Green bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Edinburgh
Arrival bus stations in Gretna Green

Which Edinburgh station do buses to Gretna Green leave from?

Buses from Edinburgh to Gretna Green leave from Edinburgh, Bus Station. The station is from Edinburgh city centre at Elder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom.
Edinburgh, Bus StationElder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre

Bus10, 11 · 2m · £2 · every ~30 min
Uk090 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~32 min
TramEdinburgh York Place - Edinburgh Airport, T50 · 3m · £4 · every ~38 min

Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

Edinburgh, St Andrew's HouseEdinburgh EH7 5BN, UKAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre

BusX19, 43, X18, X27, X28 · 6m · £2 · every ~36 min
15, 26, 44, X26 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~40 min
Uk090 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
Uk090 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~15 min

Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services

Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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