Ardrossan to Accrington train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ardrossan to Accrington

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£99

Average price

£149

Fastest journey

4 h 1 m

Average duration

5 h 42 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

263 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ardrossan to Accrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ardrossan to Accrington will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.

Fast trains

To travel from Ardrossan to Accrington you need to make at least 2 changes.

ScotRail
12:374h29
Ardrossan Town
17:06Accrington
£991One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
18:024h05
Ardrossan Town
22:07Accrington
£991One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
09:374h28
Ardrossan Town
14:05Accrington
£1821One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
15:044h01
Ardrossan Town
19:05Accrington
£1821One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
20:3211h29
Ardrossan Town
08:01Accrington
£1821One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Ardrossan to Accrington

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ardrossan to Accrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £100.

Distance: 263 km

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Coach

£181

Average Price

£37

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Cheapest

5h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 25m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 49m

Average total duration

10h 19m

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30m

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Live departures

Ardrossan to Accrington train times

The table below shows live departures for Ardrossan to Accrington trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail09:33 Ardrossan Town
4h29
14:02 Accrington2 changes
ScotRail10:51 Ardrossan Town
4h11
15:02 Accrington2 changes
ScotRail12:16 Ardrossan Town
4h46
17:02 Accrington2 changes
ScotRail12:52 Ardrossan Town
5h10
18:02 Accrington2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Ardrossan to Accrington by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ardrossan to Accrington

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Trains from Ardrossan to Accrington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:23, the last at 11:23. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 4h 1m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £30
Distance
263 km
Average train duration
5h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£100
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 1m
First train
07:23
Last train
11:23
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £30

Train companies: ScotRail from Ardrossan to Accrington trainsScotRail trains will get you between Ardrossan and Accrington from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 1m
Cheapest Price
£99
ScotRail frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Ardrossan to Accrington train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ardrossan to Accrington 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 Accrington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Accrington is a small town with a few attractions, so a day or two is generally sufficient to explore its local highlights and enjoy a leisurely visit.
Booking trains from Ardrossan to Accrington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Ardrossan to Accrington is 263 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Ardrossan to Accrington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £100, while the average price tends to be around £181.
A day trip from Ardrossan to Accrington is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 1m. The frequency of the journey is 6 per day for trains.
The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Accrington is by coach, costing approximately £30.
The train journey from Ardrossan to Accrington covers a distance of 263 km and takes approximately 4h 1m. Trains run 6 per day.
To get from Ardrossan to Accrington, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Ardrossan that goes to Accrington is Ardrossan Town (ADN), and it arrives at Accrington station (ACR).
The first train from Ardrossan to Accrington leaves at 7:23.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ardrossan to Accrington.
The last train from Ardrossan to Accrington departs at 11:23.
Yes, you can take the train from Ardrossan to Accrington.
Trains from Ardrossan to Accrington run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ardrossan to Accrington.
There is no night train service from Ardrossan to Accrington.
The train journey from Ardrossan to Accrington offers picturesque views of the Scottish coastline and rolling countryside, making it quite scenic, especially during daylight hours.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ardrossan and Accrington

Ardrossan
Accrington
The major train station for departures in Ardrossan is Ardrossan Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ardrossan Town for your trip from Ardrossan to Accrington.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ardrossan Town
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Princes Street

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