Gretna travel guide
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You're Going to Love Gretna
With a population of 17,736, Gretna is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States.
Where to Eat in Gretna
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Red Maple Restaurant (1036 Lafayette St) and Roundhouse Bar and Grill - Holiday Inn New Orleans Westbank (275 Whitney Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Gretna
How to Get to Gretna
Plane
When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY), which is located 21 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Gretna from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 25h 58m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna. The train journey from Gretna to Birmingham takes 7h 59m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Memphis, expect to pay about $97 for a 9h 07m trip.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gretna, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Houston, the bus ride to Gretna takes 595 km and will cost you around $160. From Atlanta, the ticket costs about $255 for a journey of 901 km.
Airlines serving Gretna
Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna
Most booked hotels in Gretna
Hiring a car in Gretna
Expect to pay $1.54 per litre in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.44 and $24.58. The most frequently booked car type in Gretna is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Hyundai Sonata or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.