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Manchester to Gretna Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Gretna? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 8,615.94 KZT, with average prices for this route around 43,079.66 KZT. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:57 2 hours 16 minutes, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	07:13 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
05:55 2 hours 26 minutes, Changes required Deansgate	08:21 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
06:26 2 hours 40 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	09:06 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
07:06 3 hours 2 minutes, Changes required Manchester Victoria	10:08 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
07:25 2 hours 43 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	10:08 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
08:24 2 hours 59 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	11:23 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Gretna Train Route Details

First train

04:57

Last train

22:49

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Gretna

Journey time

2 hours 16 minutes

Distance

178 km

Price

8,615.94 KZT*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Gretna

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Gretna during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 Manchester 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to Gretna more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Gretna train ticket types

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Trains from Manchester to Gretna from 8,615.94 KZT

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Manchester to Gretna Train prices and times

Manchester to Gretna Train Route Details