The cheapest and fastest trains from Sowerby Bridge to Accrington
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sowerby Bridge to Accrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sowerby Bridge to Accrington will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sowerby Bridge for Accrington every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 46 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.










Live departures
Sowerby Bridge to Accrington train times
The table below shows live departures for Sowerby Bridge to Accrington trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:04 Sowerby Bridge | 0h55 | 06:59 Accrington | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:22 Sowerby Bridge | 0h49 | 07:11 Accrington | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:02 Sowerby Bridge | 0h58 | 08:00 Accrington | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:22 Sowerby Bridge | 0h48 | 08:10 Accrington | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:22 Sowerby Bridge | 0h48 | 09:10 Accrington | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sowerby Bridge to Accrington
Trains from Sowerby Bridge to Accrington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 34m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 06:13 |
Last train 21:02 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Sowerby Bridge to Accrington trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sowerby Bridge and Accrington from £7. 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 Limited
FAQs: Sowerby Bridge to Accrington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sowerby Bridge 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sowerby Bridge and Accrington
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed however disabled passengers can still get access onto the platforms. Level access onto Manchester bound platforms from car park. Steeped ramp to Leeds bound platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop at the station but not many buses stop there.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station car park.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 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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