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

Gretna travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gretna

With a population of 3,040, Gretna is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gretna to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Gretna

Gretna in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gretna in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gretna

Plane

When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 18 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 107 km from Gretna. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 18 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 107 km from Gretna. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (8,136 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,116 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,447 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,004 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,472 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,988 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,624 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,882 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,341 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (423 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,479 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,410 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,338 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna

Most booked hotels in Gretna

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The Scotch Arms Mews
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 334 reviews)
$186+
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Smiths at Gretna Green
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1949 reviews)
$160+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 913 reviews)
$168+
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The Blacksmiths Arms
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 224 reviews)
$139+
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Solway Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1928 reviews)
$106+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1946 reviews)
$72+
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Renting a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $7.57 per gallon in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $90.85 and $121.13.

Expect to pay $7.57 per gallon in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $90.85 and $121.13.