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 Hertz, 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 Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (8,114 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,094 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,438 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,989 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,620 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,935 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,867 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,209 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,301 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,315 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 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 (9.2, 333 reviews)
$186+
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Smiths at Gretna Green
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1945 reviews)
$170+
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Blacksmiths Arms
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 225 reviews)
$133+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 910 reviews)
$171+
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Solway Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1923 reviews)
$105+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1946 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $7.65 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 $91.76 and $122.34.

Expect to pay $7.65 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 $91.76 and $122.34.