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 11 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 66 miles from Gretna. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 11 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 66 miles from Gretna. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (8,167 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,551 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,457 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,494 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,262 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,631 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,055 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,639 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,910 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,414 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,433 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,352 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, 335 reviews)
$188+
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Farlam Hall Hotel & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (9, 97 reviews)
$383+
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Smiths at Gretna Green
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1964 reviews)
$173+
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Gretna Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2312 reviews)
$141+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 917 reviews)
$173+
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The Blacksmiths Arms
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 225 reviews)
$136+
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Renting a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $7.72 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 $92.67 and $123.56.

Expect to pay $7.72 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 $92.67 and $123.56.