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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Gretna Green
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton 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 Bolton to Gretna Green will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bolton 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 trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
9:082h16Bolton11:24Gretna Green£481One-way0 changes
- 9:082h16Bolton11:24Gretna Green£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Gretna Green
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Gretna Green among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 163 km
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£46 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Gretna Green train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Gretna Green trains for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 13:38 Bolton | 2h41 | 16:19 Gretna Green | 1 change | |
| 15:39 Bolton | 1h59 | 17:38 Gretna Green | 1 change | |
| 20:38 Bolton | 2h43 | 23:21 Gretna Green | 1 change | |
| Thursday 2 July | |||||
| 9:08 Bolton | 2h16 | 11:24 Gretna Green | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Gretna Green
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Gretna Green run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 20:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Bolton to Gretna Green trainsTranspennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Bolton and Gretna Green from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bolton to Gretna Green train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Gretna Green by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gretna Green, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Gretna Green
Most Bolton to Gretna Green trains use the Bolton to Gretna Green station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Gretna Green train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Gretna Green leave from?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Gretna Green station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Gretna Green from Gretna Green city centre
Gretna Green train station facilities and services
Gretna Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gretna Green.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gretna Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Gretna Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gretna Green: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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