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Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Accrington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Accrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, and a coach costs an average of £29.
Distance: 132 km
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Carlisle to Accrington trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Accrington.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Accrington.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Carlisle to Accrington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Accrington
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Trains from Carlisle to Accrington run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 6:23 |
Last train 21:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Carlisle to Accrington trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Accrington from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Accrington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Accrington
Most Carlisle to Accrington trains use the Carlisle to Accrington station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Accrington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Accrington leave from?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Accrington station do trains from Carlisle arrive at?
Getting to Accrington from Accrington city centre
Accrington 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
Food and drink options are available at Accrington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Accrington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Accrington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Accrington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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