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 Turo and Europcar, 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 Turo and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (8,041 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,396 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,227 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,597 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,776 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,577 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,811 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,136 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,403 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,361 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 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, 329 reviews)
$209+
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Gretna Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2274 reviews)
$185+
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The Blacksmiths Arms
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 222 reviews)
$126+
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Smiths at Gretna Green
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1939 reviews)
$181+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 904 reviews)
$162+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1948 reviews)
$61+
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Renting a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $8.03 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 $96.30 and $128.40.

Expect to pay $8.03 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 $96.30 and $128.40.