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

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (8,049 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,031 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,394 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,230 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,799 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (926 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,579 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,150 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,405 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,275 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)
$208+
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Gretna Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2274 reviews)
$182+
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The Blacksmiths Arms
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 222 reviews)
$128+
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Smiths at Gretna Green
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1939 reviews)
$182+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 904 reviews)
$148+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1946 reviews)
$62+
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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.