How to get from Gretna to Ellon by bus and train?

From Gretna to Ellon by bus and train

To get from Gretna to Ellon in Scotland, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Gretna Green station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the M9 bus and finally take the 68 bus from Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station to Market Street, Ellon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 13 min.

433min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - M9M9
Bus - 6868
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
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    140 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903768
    840 m • 11 min
  • 5
    Bus - M9M9
    Wait for bus
    M9
    Aberdeen
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070021
    200 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070111
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 6868
    Wait for bus
    68
    Fraserburgh
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Market Street, Ellon
    Ride to bus station
    Market Street, Ellon
    ID 630031132
    36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Gretna to Ellon

The distance between Gretna, Scotland and Ellon, Scotland is approximately 421.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 433 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gretna to Ellon by bus and 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 Ellon, Scotland

Ellon is located at Ellon, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Market Street, Ellon.

Bus stations close to Ellon:

  • Market Street, Ellon
  • Bridge Street, Ellon
  • Long Close, Ellon

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 433 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line M9, Bus line 68.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 13 min.

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

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Gretna Green station near Gretna to Glasgow Central station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Glasgow Central station near Ellon in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Gretna to Ellon in Scotland by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Gretna and Ellon in Scotland by train and bus is about 7 hr 13 min.

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

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Central stop, which is closest to Ellon in Scotland.

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