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Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €14.21, with average prices for this route around €14.21. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:21 2h 37m, No direct Gretna Green	07:58 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
05:21 3h 6m, No direct Gretna Green	08:27 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
06:28 2h 58m, No direct Gretna Green	09:26 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
06:28 3h 21m, No direct Gretna Green	09:49 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
06:28 3h 26m, No direct Gretna Green	09:54 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:39 2h 47m, No direct Gretna Green	10:26 Paris	Find Tickets

Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train

05:21

Last train

19:27

Departure station

Gretna

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

2h 31m

Distance

178 km

Price

€14.21*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Gretna to Manchester Piccadilly train route details