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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. 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 Avis, 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 Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (8,278 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,588 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,652 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,366 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,775 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,445 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,515 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna

Most booked hotels in Gretna

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Farlam Hall Hotel & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 97 reviews)
$318+
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Gretna Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2410 reviews)
$121+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 930 reviews)
$159+
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The Gables Hotel & Bar Gretna Green
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2390 reviews)
$54+
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Renting a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $8.78 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 $105.39 and $140.51.

Expect to pay $8.78 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 $105.39 and $140.51.