Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gretna Green travel guide

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Gretna Green is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gretna Green to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Gretna Green

Gretna Green in January
Estimated hotel price
£33
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gretna Green in January
Estimated hotel price
£33
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gretna Green

Plane

When flying to Gretna Green, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 11 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Gretna Green departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Gretna Green, followed by Arriva.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna Green is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 110 miles from Gretna Green. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gretna Green using National Express or FlixBus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Gretna Green takes 115 miles and will cost you around £15. From London, the ticket costs about £34 for a journey of 415 miles.

Plane

When flying to Gretna Green, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 11 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Gretna Green departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Gretna Green, followed by Arriva.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna Green is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 110 miles from Gretna Green. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gretna Green using National Express or FlixBus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Gretna Green takes 115 miles and will cost you around £15. From London, the ticket costs about £34 for a journey of 415 miles.

Airports near Gretna Green

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna Green

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna Green

Most booked hotels in Gretna Green

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Hunters Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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Solway Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Gretna Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Smiths at Gretna Green
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£133+
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Days Inn Hotel Gretna Green
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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The Gables Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£78+
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Hiring a car in Gretna Green

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Gretna Green (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gretna Green, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Gretna Green (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gretna Green, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

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