Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Gretna by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Gretna
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Carlisle to Gretna, including 6 direct trains, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 11m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Lowest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 23:32 |
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FAQs: Carlisle to Gretna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Gretna 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Gretna
Most Carlisle to Gretna trains use the Carlisle to Gretna Green station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Gretna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Gretna leave from?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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