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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Gretna Green (GEA)

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18

train journeys
per day

65

miles (106 kms)

1hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Gretna Green (GEA)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green is approximately 65 miles (106 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 20 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:12
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:21
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    09:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    08:12
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    10:08
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    08:52
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    11:23
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    12:27
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    14:20
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    12:52
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    14:12
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    16:20
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    14:52
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    17:41
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    16:11
    2 hrs 1 change
    18:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    19:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    18:52
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    21:23
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    20:11
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    23:22
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    20:30
    8 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    05:21
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    22:59
    7 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    06:20
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    23:13
    8 hrs 2 changes
    07:13
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    23:23
    12 hrs 2 changes
    11:23
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green
  • Mon 6th May
    23:56
    11 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Gretna Green
    Edinburgh Waverley to Gretna Green

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Gretna Green Station

Station name Gretna Green (GEA)
Address Gretna Green station, Station Road, off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries & Galloway, DG16 5HF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley & Gretna Green. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Gretna Green, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.