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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Gretna
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
434 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Gretna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Gretna will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Gretna 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 434 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.
21:306h55London4:25Gretna£171One-way0 changes
- 21:306h55London4:25Gretna£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Gretna
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Gretna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 434 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £43 Average Price |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Gretna
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Gretna run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 17:49. The fastest coach covers the 434 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 434 km |
Average bus duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 17:49 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to GretnaYou can travel by bus between London to Gretna with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Gretna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Gretna 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Gretna
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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