The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR)
Cheapest price
£227
Average price
£227
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR) will cost around £227 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £227.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Accrington station (ACR) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 290 km
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£164 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 08:19. The fastest train covers the 290 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 290 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 06:13 |
Last train 08:19 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Accrington station (ACR) from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Accrington station (ACR) 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 station (ACR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and Accrington station (ACR)
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 15:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, next to ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Eagel Street, next to entrance to station carpark.
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