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Glasgow to Gretna Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Glasgow to Gretna, starting from NZD 54.63 and averaging NZD 54.63. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 11 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:07 2 hours 16 minutes, Direct Glasgow Central	09:23 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
09:13 2 hours 16 minutes, Direct Glasgow Central	11:29 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
11:13 2 hours 11 minutes, Direct Glasgow Central	13:24 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
13:13 2 hours 14 minutes, Direct Glasgow Central	15:27 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
15:13 2 hours 18 minutes, Direct Glasgow Central	17:31 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
16:12 2 hours 13 minutes, Direct Glasgow Central	18:25 Paris	Find Tickets

Glasgow to Gretna Train Route Details

First train

07:07

Last train

22:14

Departure station

Glasgow

Arrival station

Gretna

Journey time

2 hours 11 minutes

Distance

122 km

Price

NZD 54.63*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Gretna

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Glasgow to Gretna can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Glasgow to Gretna, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow to Gretna ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Glasgow to Gretna train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Glasgow to Gretna Train prices and times

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