Carlisle to Gretna Green train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Gretna Green

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

11 m

Average duration

11 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

15 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Gretna Green will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Carlisle for Gretna Green every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 11 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.

ScotRail
06:080h11
Carlisle
06:19Gretna Green
£91One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
07:010h11
Carlisle
07:12Gretna Green
£91One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
08:090h11
Carlisle
08:20Gretna Green
£91One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
08:540h11
Carlisle
09:05Gretna Green
£91One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
09:540h13
Carlisle
10:07Gretna Green
£91One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Gretna Green

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Gretna Green among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £7.

Distance: 15 km

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Coach

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£7

Average Price

42m

Average total duration

Fastest

12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 3m

Average total duration

33m

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30m

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Live departures

Carlisle to Gretna Green train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail06:08 Carlisle
0h11
06:19 Gretna Green0 changesdirect
ScotRail07:01 Carlisle
0h11
07:12 Gretna Green0 changesdirect
ScotRail08:09 Carlisle
0h11
08:20 Gretna Green0 changesdirect
ScotRail08:54 Carlisle
0h11
09:05 Gretna Green0 changesdirect
ScotRail09:54 Carlisle
0h13
10:07 Gretna Green0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carlisle to Gretna Green

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Trains from Carlisle to Gretna Green run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
15 km
Average train duration
12m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
12m
First train
00:14
Last train
23:32
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: ScotRail from Carlisle to Gretna Green trainsScotRail trains will get you between Carlisle and Gretna Green from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
£4
ScotRail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Carlisle to Gretna Green train

FAQs: Travel by train from Carlisle to Gretna Green easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Carlisle to Gretna Green.
FAQs
Booking trains from Carlisle to Gretna Green in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Carlisle to Gretna Green is 15 km.
The train journey from Carlisle to Gretna Green covers a distance of 15 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Carlisle to Gretna Green leaves at 0:14.
The last train from Carlisle to Gretna Green departs at 23:32.
Trains from Carlisle to Gretna Green run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Carlisle and Gretna Green. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by ScotRail, ScotRail.
There is no night train service from Carlisle to Gretna Green.
To get from Carlisle to Gretna Green, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Carlisle to Gretna Green can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Gretna Green is by train, costing approximately £7.
The train station in Carlisle that goes to Gretna Green is Carlisle station (CAR), and it arrives at Gretna Green station (GEA).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carlisle to Gretna Green.
Yes, you can take the train from Carlisle to Gretna Green.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Gretna Green

Carlisle
Gretna Green
The major train station for departures in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your trip from Carlisle to Gretna Green.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 8.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Carlisle
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station

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