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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Gretna
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Gretna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Gretna will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle 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 trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.
Live departures
Carlisle to Gretna train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Gretna trains for today, Thursday 12 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:11 Carlisle | 0h12 | 20:23 Gretna | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Gretna
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Take a train from Carlisle to Gretna and enjoy the approximately 14 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:10.
Distance 14 km |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 23:10 |
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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Gretna
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
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