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Manchester to Gretna Green Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Gretna Green? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 59.22, with average prices for this route around AED 307.92.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
04:57 Manchester Piccadilly	07:13 Gretna Green	2h 16m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:55 Deansgate	08:21 Gretna Green	2h 26m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:26 Manchester Oxford Road	09:06 Gretna Green	2h 40m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:06 Manchester Victoria	10:08 Gretna Green	3h 2m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:25 Manchester Oxford Road	10:08 Gretna Green	2h 43m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:24 Manchester Oxford Road	11:23 Paris	2h 59m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Gretna Green Train Route Details

First train

04:57

Last train

20:39

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Gretna Green

Journey time

2h 16m

Distance

178 km

Price

AED 59.22*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Gretna Green

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Gretna Green can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 Manchester to Gretna Green, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Gretna Green ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Manchester to Gretna Green more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Gretna Green 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:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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