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Astley Hall Museum
A local history museum in Astley Hall with furnished rooms and displays that bring Chorley district life, art, and heritage to life.
Trains from Accrington to Adlington run on average 4 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 14:39. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 53m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 14:39 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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A local history museum in Astley Hall with furnished rooms and displays that bring Chorley district life, art, and heritage to life.
A hands-on heritage museum interpreting life in a preserved Lancashire mill town with period streets, workshops, and historic machinery.
A volunteer-run museum at Chorley’s market, presenting objects, photographs, and stories connected with the town and surrounding villages.
A broad country park on the edge of Adlington with reservoirs, woodland paths, birdlife, and scenic walks at the foot of Winter Hill.
A popular waterside walking route through Adlington, ideal for gentle strolls, cycling, and watching boats along historic canal infrastructure.
A moorland road and walking area above the town, known for wide views over Lancashire and access to upland paths near Winter Hill.
A savoury oatcake from nearby Lancashire, often filled with cheese or bacon. It is a long-standing North West breakfast and snack staple.
A moist fruit cake traditionally baked in Lancashire with currants and spice. It is closely linked to local home baking and regional tea tables.
A classic hotpot of lamb or mutton, onions and sliced potatoes. It is one of Lancashire’s best-known traditional comfort dishes.
Popular Indian restaurant known for curries, grilled dishes and friendly service in an informal setting.
Traditional village pub serving British favourites and drinks in a relaxed, local atmosphere near Adlington.
Well-known pub and dining venue beside the canal, serving hearty British meals and drinks in a scenic setting.
Moderate for the UK. Adlington is usually cheaper than major cities for hotels and dining, while local buses and rail are reasonably priced for day trips.
Service is sometimes included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is typical for good service. Round up for taxis; café tipping is optional.
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Adlington (Lancs) -> Manchester Victoria, Manchester
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Accrington to Adlington by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Adlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Accrington to Adlington trains use the Accrington to Adlington (Lancs) station pair. Use this guide to compare Accrington and Adlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Accrington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Accrington.
Ticket office support is available at Accrington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Accrington: Parking, WC.
Available at Accrington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Accrington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Adlington (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Adlington (Lancs).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Adlington (Lancs): Parking.
Available at Adlington (Lancs): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Adlington (Lancs): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Bolton/Manchester platform: step free access from Railway Road down steep 50 metre ramp with handrail. Preston platform: level access from station front, access also from Railway Road down 21 steps to station front, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Please contact Customer Relations 0800 200 6060, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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