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London to Accrington train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Accrington

Showing times and prices for 17 Jan

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£82

Fastest journey

3 h 32 m

Average duration

3 h 44 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

292 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Accrington will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London for Accrington every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 292 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.

Avanti West Coast
06:303h32
London
10:02Accrington
£431One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
08:133h50
London
12:03Accrington
£851One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
09:303h32
London
13:02Accrington
£921One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:534h09
London
12:02Accrington
£921One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
07:333h55
London
11:28Accrington
£951One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London to Accrington

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Accrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £55.

Distance: 292 km

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Coach
Flight

£91

Average Price

£32

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Cheapest

£130

Average Price

3h 26m

Average total duration

2h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 1m

Average total duration

6h 31m

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4h 5m

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1h 5m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Live departures

London to Accrington train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Accrington trains for today, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coastL02286+northern_railY25200
On time
09:30 London Euston (EUS)
3h32
13:02 Accrington station (ACR)
1 change
avanti_west_coastL02244+northern_railL08249 · L09545 · L05427
On time
09:33 London Euston (EUS)
3h55
13:28 Accrington station (ACR)
3 changes
Saturday 17 January
avanti_west_coast04:39 London
5h23
10:02 Accrington0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast06:30 London
3h32
10:02 Accrington0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast07:33 London
3h55
11:28 Accrington0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast07:53 London
4h09
12:02 Accrington0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast08:13 London
3h50
12:03 Accrington0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Accrington

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Trains from London to Accrington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 3h 23m.

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 £10
Distance
292 km
Average train duration
2h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 23m
First train
05:26
Last train
20:33
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 £10

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from London to Accrington trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London and Accrington from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
£42
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 16m
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day

FAQs: London to Accrington train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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
The cost of a train ticket from London to Accrington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £91.
The train journey from London to Accrington covers a distance of 292 km and takes approximately 3h 23m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from London to Accrington is 292 km.
The first train from London to Accrington leaves at 5:26.
The last train from London to Accrington departs at 20:33.
Trains from London to Accrington run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Accrington.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Accrington.
To get from London to Accrington, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from London to Accrington.
The train station in London that goes to Accrington is London Euston (EUS), and it arrives at Accrington station (ACR).
The cheapest way to get from London to Accrington is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from London to Accrington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Accrington offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. As you leave London, the scenery includes sprawling suburbs and industrial areas, transitioning to picturesque countryside views as you travel through regions like the Chiltern Hills and the Pennines, offering glimpses of rolling hills and quaint villages.
A day trip from London to Accrington is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 23m. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 292 km.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Accrington.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Accrington

London
Accrington
The major train station for departures in London is London Euston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Euston for your trip from London to Accrington.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Nando's
  • The Signal Box
  • Delice de France
  • Tortilla
  • Starbucks
  • AMT Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Camden Food Co.
  • & many more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
  • Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Euston
  • The Wesley Euston Hotel
  • Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Public transport options for London Euston
  • Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
  • Overground lines: Watford DC
  • Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
  • Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
  • Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Victoria
  • Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
  • Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • 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.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Giraffe World Kitchen
  • Black Sheep Coffee
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Leon
  • Pret a Manger
  • Wasabi
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
  • Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
  • St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
  • 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

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