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Birmingham New Street to Gretna Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Gretna, starting from US$26.68 and averaging US$26.68. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 14m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:56 3h 25m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	08:21 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
06:05 4h 3m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	10:08 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
08:07 3h 16m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	11:23 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
09:07 3h 20m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	12:27 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
10:07 4h 13m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	14:20 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
12:07 3h 14m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	15:21 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham New Street to Gretna Train Route Details

First train

04:56

Last train

21:34

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Gretna

Journey time

3h 14m

Distance

291 km

Price

US$26.68*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Gretna

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 Birmingham New Street to Gretna can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham New Street to Gretna for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham New Street to Gretna, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Gretna ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Birmingham New Street to Gretna more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Birmingham New Street to Gretna Train prices and times

Birmingham New Street to Gretna Train Route Details