- Must visit
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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Distance 350 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
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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 Littlehampton 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 Littlehampton to Accrington trains use the Littlehampton to Accrington station pair. Use this guide to compare Littlehampton and Accrington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Littlehampton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Littlehampton.
Wi-Fi is available at Littlehampton.
Ticket office support is available at Littlehampton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Littlehampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Littlehampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Littlehampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on station concourse opposite the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, 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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