The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Gretna Green
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Gretna Green is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Gretna Green will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Edinburgh for Gretna Green every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 106 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
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 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 106 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Gretna Green bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Gretna Green coaches for today, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:00 Edinburgh | 2h25 | 23:25 Gretna Green | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Gretna Green
Buses from Edinburgh to Gretna Green run on average 3 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 2h 25m.
Distance 106 km |
Average bus duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 04:50 |
Last bus 22:00 |
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
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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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Gretna Green
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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