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Twelve ways to Travel from Dover to Gretna

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Cheapest
By car (617 km)
6 h 20 min
617 km.
from $33
Other
Rideshare
6 h 20 min
617 km.
from $8.05
Train
6 h 5 min
520 km.
from $405.87
Bus
13 h 4 min
520 km.
from $126.74
Train, Plane (Train to Heathrow Airport)
7 h 20 min
520 km.
from $211.55
Train via Leeds
8 h 26 min
520 km.
from $235.59
Train, Plane (Train to London City Airport)
6 h 40 min
520 km.
from $264.43
Train, Plane (Train to London City Airport)
7 h 18 min
520 km.
from $279.11
Train, Plane (Train to Heathrow Airport)
7 h 43 min
520 km.
from $250.58
Train, Plane (Train to Heathrow Airport)
7 h 49 min
520 km.
from $235.90
Train, Plane (Train)
7 h 57 min
520 km.
from $183.57
Train, Plane (Train)
8 h 5 min
520 km.
from $237.21

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$20.25–$151.89
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$177.21
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.83–$253.16

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$569.60
Plane from London City Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$341.76
Plane from London City Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.60–$392.39
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$329.10
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from London City Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$88.60–$392.39

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$278.47

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from London Euston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$164.55–$379.73
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$164.55
Train from Haymarket to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.43–$164.55

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Canterbury to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44
Bus from London Victoria to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
6h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from King's Cross to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$88.60

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95
Train from Haymarket to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95
Train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$94.93

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25
Train from Leeds to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$32.91

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from Dover Priory to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60
Train from Dover Priory to Stratford
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$56.96–$82.28

Bus operators

Autostradale

Phone:
+39 02 3008 9000
Email:
Website:
autostradale.it/
Bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.06–$20.25

Airport Bus Express

Phone:
0044 (0) 1279681984
Email:
Website:
airportbusexpress.co.uk/
Bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$23.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Gretna is to bus which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 13h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Gretna is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $195.65 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Gretna?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Gretna. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Central Avenue via Canterbury, London Victoria and Howard Arms. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Gretna?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Gretna. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Gretna Green via London Euston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Dover to Gretna?

The distance between Dover and Gretna is 618 km. The road distance is 622.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Gretna without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $195.65 - $413.04 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Dover to Gretna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Gretna bus from?

Dover to Gretna bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Canterbury station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Gretna train from?

Dover to Gretna train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Gretna?

The best way to get from Dover to Gretna is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $195.65 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 13h 4m.

Where does the Dover to Gretna bus arrive?

Dover to Gretna bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Dover to Gretna train arrive?

Dover to Gretna train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Gretna?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Gretna is 622 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Dover to Gretna.

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

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Where can I stay near Gretna?

There are 423+ hotels available in Gretna. Prices start at $39.92 per night.
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