What is the cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green?

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green?

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Gretna Green?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Gretna Green. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Gretna Green via Crewe and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Gretna Green?

The distance between Runcorn and Gretna Green is 173 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

How do I travel from Runcorn to Gretna Green without a car?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £30 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Gretna Green train from?

Runcorn to Gretna Green train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Gretna Green?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Runcorn to Gretna Green train arrive?

Runcorn to Gretna Green train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Gretna Green?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Gretna Green is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Runcorn to Gretna Green.

How do I get a train ticket from Runcorn to Gretna Green?

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Where can I stay near Gretna Green?

There are 582+ hotels available in Gretna Green.

Runcorn to Gretna Green - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Gretna Green by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 58m
£31–117
Bus, train via Queen Square Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 79C
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 41m
£19–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
6h 58m
£25–50
Drive 132.4 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Gretna Greencar 132.4 mi
2h 15m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus 110
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from STAND A - English Street to Stormont Terracebus 382
4h 9m

Runcorn to Gretna Green by train

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Distance: 172.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Gretna Green, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £17–95 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h.

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