- 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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Compare train for Sheffield to Accrington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Accrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Sheffield to Accrington is a train with an average price of £41.
The fastest way to travel from Sheffield to Accrington is by train with an average journey time of 2h 4m.
Yes, you can take a train between Sheffield and Accrington.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-24.29. The journey takes 2h 4m versus 1h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Accrington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Accrington run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 2h 19m.
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
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 21:39 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Accrington trainsNorthern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Accrington from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£29
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£31
east_midlands_trains frequency
3 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£18
Northern Trains Limited frequency
15 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£43
TransPennine Express frequency
32 a day
Complete guide to Accrington
Things to do in Accrington
Discover the best of Accrington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Accrington trip today.
- Recommended
The Atelier
Working artists’ studios and exhibition venue in a historic building, offering changing contemporary art displays and a creative local atmosphere.
Accrington Arts Centre
Community arts venue with exhibitions, classes and events. It is a useful stop for seeing current work by local artists and makers.
- Must visit
Oak Hill Park
Popular public park with formal gardens, woodland walks, a lake and the Haworth Art Gallery. Ideal for an easy stroll near the town centre.
- Must visit
The Coppice
Popular local viewpoint and moorland walking area above the town, known for broad panoramas across East Lancashire and changing weather.
- Recommended
Peele Park
Large wooded park on the edge of town with walking paths, open views and a quieter local feel than the central parks.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A Lancashire hotpot of lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes, slowly baked. It is a staple of East Lancashire homes and pubs.
- Gluten-free
Black Pudding
A robust black pudding made with pork, oats and blood, famously linked with nearby Bury and widely eaten across Lancashire breakfasts.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Cheese and Onion Pie
Air-dried, salt-cured beef, sliced thinly. This Lancashire preserve was valued by mill workers and remains a classic regional savoury snack.
Akash Restaurant
Well-liked Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable town-centre setting.
Amicos
Popular grill and steak venue offering generous portions, kebabs and burgers in a modern casual setting.
The Crown
Traditional pub in Accrington known for hearty British meals and a relaxed local atmosphere.
British pound sterling (£)
Accrington is generally cheaper than major UK tourist cities, with lower dining and accommodation costs and modest local transport prices.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £7-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £40+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
FAQs: Sheffield to Accrington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Accrington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Sheffield to Accrington covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 2h 19m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Accrington is 72 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Accrington leaves at 5:28.
The last train from Sheffield to Accrington departs at 21:39.
Trains from Sheffield to Accrington run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Accrington.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Accrington.
To travel from Sheffield to Accrington, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Accrington.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Accrington is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Accrington station (ACR).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Accrington is by train, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Accrington offers pleasant countryside views, taking you through the picturesque landscapes of the Pennines, charming towns, and rural settings, making it a moderately scenic route.
A day trip from Sheffield to Accrington is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 19m. However, trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 72 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 Sheffield to Accrington.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Accrington
Most Sheffield to Accrington trains use the Sheffield to Accrington station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Accrington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Accrington
Which Sheffield station do trains to Accrington leave from?
Trains from Sheffield to Accrington leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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.
MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · £0.90
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · £4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · £4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Accrington station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Trains from Sheffield to Accrington most often arrive at Accrington. Some services arrive at Church & Oswaldtwistle, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Accrington arrival station.
AccringtonAccrington station, Eagle Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1LJ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Accrington from Accrington city centre
BusA3 · 10m · every ~2 min
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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