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Trains from Manchester Stations to Accrington (ACR)

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37

train journeys
per day

19

miles (31 kms)

0hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

04:57 / 01:38

first / last train

18

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Accrington (ACR)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Accrington , with 18 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Accrington is approximately 19 miles (31 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 12 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Accrington.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Victoria to Accrington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 55 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Manchester Stations  to Accrington

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Accrington Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:57
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    06:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Accrington
    Manchester Piccadilly to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:04
    56 mins Direct
    07:00
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:13
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    07:26
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:03
    58 mins Direct
    08:01
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:15
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    08:28
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:04
    57 mins Direct
    09:01
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:15
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:28
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:04
    55 mins Direct
    09:59
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:15
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:28
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:04
    55 mins Direct
    10:59
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:15
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:27
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:04
    55 mins Direct
    11:59
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:15
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:28
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:04
    55 mins Direct
    12:59
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:15
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:28
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:04
    55 mins Direct
    13:59
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:14
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    14:28
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:04
    55 mins Direct
    14:59
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:15
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:04
    55 mins Direct
    15:59
    Manchester Victoria
    Accrington
    Manchester Victoria to Accrington

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Accrington Station

Station name Accrington (ACR)
Address Accrington station, Eagle Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1LJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 15:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 15:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 15:00
Thursday 06:40 - 15:00
Friday 06:40 - 15:00
Saturday 06:40 - 15:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Accrington

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Accrington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Accrington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:38.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Accrington can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 18 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Accrington

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Accrington.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and Accrington, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.