Gretna Green travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gretna Green

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 November
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gretna Green in November
Estimated hotel price
£60
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 18 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Gretna Green departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Gretna Green is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 177 km from Gretna Green. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gretna Green using National Express or FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Gretna Green takes 314 km and will cost you around £32. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £43 for a journey of 330 km.

Plane

When flying to Gretna Green, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 18 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Gretna Green departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Gretna Green is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 177 km from Gretna Green. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gretna Green using National Express or FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Gretna Green takes 314 km and will cost you around £32. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £43 for a journey of 330 km.

Airports near Gretna Green

Airlines serving Gretna Green

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,577 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,606 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,276 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,114 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,934 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (225 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,171 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (823 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna Green

Most booked hotels in Gretna Green

Hunters Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£78+
Solway Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£94+
Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£53+
Gretna Hall Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£94+
Smiths at Gretna Green
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£112+
The Gables Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£69+

Hiring a car in Gretna Green

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.78 and £23.71. The most frequently booked car type in Gretna Green is Standard (Ford S-MAX or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.78 and £23.71. The most frequently booked car type in Gretna Green is Standard (Ford S-MAX or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.