How to get to Edinburgh from Gretna

There are 2 options to travel between Gretna and Edinburgh including taking a coach and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Gretna to Edinburgh is a coach with an average price of £22.

This is compared to other travel options from Gretna to Edinburgh:

A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gretna to Edinburgh costing on average £56.

The fastest way to travel from Gretna to Edinburgh is by train with an average journey time of 2h 40m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 35m.

The Gretna to Edinburgh distance is approximately 107 km.

The average frequency per day from Gretna to Edinburgh is:

• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gretna and Edinburgh as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gretna to Edinburgh:

• Trains mostly depart from Annan station (ANN) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
• Coaches mostly depart from Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gretna to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Transpennine Express, Scotrail, Avanti West Coast to go to Edinburgh by train.
• Travel with National Express to go to Edinburgh by coach.

Omio customers who travel from Gretna to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Paris, Inverness, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Edinburgh and these popular destinations at a great price.

To get from Gretna to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.

To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.