Avanti West Coast
ScotRail
Trains to Aberystwyth from Gretna Green
| First train | 04:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:24 | |
| Departure station | Gretna Green | |
| Arrival station | Aberystwyth | |
| Journey time | From 5h 53m | |
| Distance | 184 miles (295 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Trains to Aberystwyth from Gretna Green
Want to travel from Gretna Green to Aberystwyth by train? Start your journey with us.
It takes an average of 8 hours 7 minutes to travel from Gretna Green to Aberystwyth by train. You'll find on average 6 trains per day running on this route.
There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Aberystwyth by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.
Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and Transport for Wales trains run on this route.
Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.
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Want to know more about your journey from Gretna Green to Aberystwyth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Gretna Green to Aberystwyth?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Sign up to Ticket Alert
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2. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Gretna Green to Aberystwyth is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.