The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Gretna Green
Cheapest price
£248
Average price
£248
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 London to Gretna Green will cost around £248 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £248.
To travel from London to Gretna Green you need to make at least one change.
5:314h35London10:06Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
7:303h54London11:24Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
8:303h57London12:27Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
9:303h47London13:17Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
10:303h49London14:19Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
9:303h47London13:17Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
10:303h49London14:19Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
12:303h49London16:19Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
11:303h50London15:20Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
19:303h51London23:21Gretna Green£2481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Gretna Green
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Gretna Green 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 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 435 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£43 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Gretna Green train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Gretna Green trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:30 London | 3h49 | 16:19 Gretna Green | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
![]() | 5:31 London | 4h35 | 10:06 Gretna Green | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:30 London | 3h54 | 11:24 Gretna Green | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:30 London | 3h57 | 12:27 Gretna Green | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:30 London | 3h47 | 13:17 Gretna Green | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Gretna Green by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book London to Gretna Green trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from London to Gretna Green.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from London to Gretna Green.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Gretna Green.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Gretna Green
Trains from London to Gretna Green run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper from London to Gretna Green trainsAvanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between London and Gretna Green from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Caledonian Sleeper
FAQs: London to Gretna Green train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London and Gretna Green
Most London to Gretna Green trains use the London Euston to Gretna Green station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Gretna Green train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to London Charing Cross from London city centre
London Charing Cross train station facilities and services
London Charing Cross has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Charing Cross.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at London Charing Cross.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Charing Cross. Information desks are information available from staff: 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 London Charing Cross: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Charing Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Charing Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers, Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Gretna Green station do trains from London 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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