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Haworth Art Gallery
Main local museum in a former mansion, with decorative arts, history displays and regular exhibitions that explain Accrington and Hyndburn’s heritage.
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Trains from Huddersfield to Accrington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Main local museum in a former mansion, with decorative arts, history displays and regular exhibitions that explain Accrington and Hyndburn’s heritage.
Working artists’ studios and exhibition venue in a historic building, offering changing contemporary art displays and a creative local atmosphere.
Community arts venue with exhibitions, classes and events. It is a useful stop for seeing current work by local artists and makers.
Popular public park with formal gardens, woodland walks, a lake and the Haworth Art Gallery. Ideal for an easy stroll near the town centre.
Popular local viewpoint and moorland walking area above the town, known for broad panoramas across East Lancashire and changing weather.
Large wooded park on the edge of town with walking paths, open views and a quieter local feel than the central parks.
A Lancashire hotpot of lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes, slowly baked. It is a staple of East Lancashire homes and pubs.
A robust black pudding made with pork, oats and blood, famously linked with nearby Bury and widely eaten across Lancashire breakfasts.
Air-dried, salt-cured beef, sliced thinly. This Lancashire preserve was valued by mill workers and remains a classic regional savoury snack.
Well-liked Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable town-centre setting.
Popular grill and steak venue offering generous portions, kebabs and burgers in a modern casual setting.
Traditional pub in Accrington known for hearty British meals and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Accrington is generally cheaper than major UK tourist cities, with lower dining and accommodation costs and modest local transport prices.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huddersfield 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.

Most Huddersfield to Accrington trains use the Huddersfield to Accrington station pair. Use this guide to compare Huddersfield and Accrington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Huddersfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Huddersfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Huddersfield. ATMs are available at Huddersfield.
Ticket office support is available at Huddersfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Huddersfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Huddersfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Huddersfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access the subway and platforms 4 to 8. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: No.
Deighton is 3 km from Huddersfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Deighton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deighton: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deighton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the main road and a ramp, 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: Yes.
Lockwood is 1 km from Huddersfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Lockwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lockwood.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lockwood: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Lockwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lockwood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step-free access to platform via short ramp from car park, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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