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.

Train

The train station in Gretna is called Gretna Green, and is located 8 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 Avis and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gretna using National Express or FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Gretna takes 314 km and will cost you around $59. From London, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 652 km.

Plane

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

Train

The train station in Gretna is called Gretna Green, and is located 8 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 Avis and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gretna using National Express or FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Gretna takes 314 km and will cost you around $59. From London, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 652 km.

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (7,974 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,944 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,351 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,936 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,684 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,769 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,000 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,238 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,313 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna

Most booked hotels in Gretna

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Scotch Arms Mews Bed & Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 328 reviews)
$174+
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The Blacksmiths Arms
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 221 reviews)
$120+
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Smiths at Gretna Green
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1940 reviews)
$157+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 905 reviews)
$149+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1948 reviews)
$47+
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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.