How to get from Gretna to Carluke by train?

From Gretna to Carluke by train

To get from Gretna to Carluke in Scotland, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Gretna Green station to Carlisle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Motherwell station to Carluke station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min.

146min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Gretna Green

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gretna Green
    1.02 km • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Carlisle
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carlisle
    ID CAR
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    64 min
  • 6
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Lanark
  • 7
    Ride to train station Carluke
    Ride to train station
    Carluke
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Gretna to Carluke

The distance between Gretna, Scotland and Carluke, Scotland is approximately 172.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 146 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gretna to Carluke by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Gretna

Gretna is located at Gretna, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Outlet, Gretna.

Train stations close to Gretna:

  • Gretna Green

Bus stations close to Gretna:

  • Outlet, Gretna
  • Solway Lodge, Gretna
  • Victory Avenue, Gretna

Public transport stations close to Carluke, Scotland

Carluke is located at Carluke, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Rankin Street, Carluke.

Train stations close to Carluke:

  • Carluke

Bus stations close to Carluke:

  • Rankin Street, Carluke
  • Shieldhill Road, Carluke
  • Kirk Road, Carluke

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gretna to Carluke?

    The fastest way takes 146 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Gretna and Carluke in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 26 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gretna to Carluke in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Gretna Green station near Gretna to Carlisle station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Carlisle station near Carluke in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Gretna to Carluke in Scotland by train?

    The total travel time between Gretna and Carluke in Scotland by train is about 2 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Gretna to get to Carluke in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Gretna Green station near Gretna in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Gretna and Carluke in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Carlisle station, which is closest to Carluke in Scotland.