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Gretna Green to Carlisle train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gretna Green to Carlisle, starting from £6.30 and averaging £6.50. The entire journey takes no more than 25m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:40 Gretna Green	01:05 Carlisle	25m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:09 Gretna Green	05:34 Carlisle	25m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:39 Gretna Green	06:04 Carlisle	25m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:46 Gretna Green	07:11 Carlisle	25m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:57 Gretna Green	08:22 Carlisle	25m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:40 Gretna Green	09:05 Paris	25m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Gretna Green to Carlisle train route details

First train

00:40

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Gretna Green

Arrival station

Carlisle

Journey time

25m

Distance

10 miles

Price

£6.30*

Train Operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Gretna Green to Carlisle

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Gretna Green to Carlisle can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Gretna Green to Carlisle, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Gretna Green to Carlisle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gretna Green to Carlisle train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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