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Reading to Gretna Green Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Gretna Green, starting from BHD 26.570 and averaging BHD 26.570. The entire journey takes no more than 5h. 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
15:14 6h 9m, Changes required Reading	21:23 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
16:18 5h 5m, Changes required Reading	21:23 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
17:15 6h 7m, Changes required Reading	23:22 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
18:18 5h 4m, Changes required Reading	23:22 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
20:15 10h 58m, Changes required Reading	07:13 +1 Gretna Green	Find Tickets
20:42 11h 39m, Changes required Reading	08:21 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Gretna Green Train Route Details

First train

02:24

Last train

22:57

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Gretna Green

Journey time

Distance

419 km

Price

BHD 26.570*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Gretna Green

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Gretna Green during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Gretna Green 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%

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 Reading 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 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 Reading to Gretna Green 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading 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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Trains from Reading to Gretna Green from BHD 26.570

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Reading to Gretna Green Train prices and times

Reading to Gretna Green Train Route Details