What is the cheapest way to get from Gretna to Lockerbie?

The cheapest way to get from Gretna to Lockerbie is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gretna to Lockerbie?

The fastest way to get from Gretna to Lockerbie is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gretna and Lockerbie?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Avenue and arriving at Crown Inn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Gretna and Lockerbie?

No, there is no direct train from Gretna to Lockerbie. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Lockerbie via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Gretna to Lockerbie?

The distance between Gretna and Lockerbie is 22 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

How do I travel from Gretna to Lockerbie without a car?

The best way to get from Gretna to Lockerbie without a car is to bus which takes 43 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Gretna to Lockerbie?

The bus from Central Avenue to Crown Inn takes 43 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Lockerbie bus from?

Gretna to Lockerbie bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Central Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Lockerbie train from?

Gretna to Lockerbie train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Gretna Green station.

Train or bus from Gretna to Lockerbie?

The best way to get from Gretna to Lockerbie is to bus which takes 43 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £70 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Gretna to Lockerbie bus arrive?

Gretna to Lockerbie bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Crown Inn station.

Where does the Gretna to Lockerbie train arrive?

Gretna to Lockerbie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Gretna to Lockerbie?

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna to Lockerbie is 17 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Gretna to Lockerbie.

How do I get a train ticket from Gretna to Lockerbie?

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Where can I stay near Lockerbie?

There are 350+ hotels available in Lockerbie.

Gretna to Lockerbie - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gretna to Lockerbie by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Central Avenue to Crown Innbus 382
43 min
Drive 16.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gretna to Lockerbiecar 16.6 mi
19 min
£4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Gretna Green to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
1h 7m
£13–67
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gretna to Lockerbietaxi 16.6 mi
19 min
£35–45

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gretna to Lockerbie.

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Gretna, Scotland and Lockerbie, Scotland?

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Central Avenue to Crown Inn hourly, and the journey takes 43 min. McCalls Coaches also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gretna Green to Lockerbie via Carlisle in around 1h 7m.

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