How much does a cheap train ticket from Accrington to Manchester cost?

The average train ticket price from Accrington to Manchester is £17. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Accrington to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Accrington to Manchester?

A train trip between Accrington and Manchester is around 1h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 20 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Accrington and Manchester?

The number of trains from Accrington to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Accrington to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Accrington to Manchester?

When taking the train from Accrington to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with Northern.

Train Accrington to Manchester from £15

Next train departures

Next departures from Accrington to Manchester on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:59	Accrington	1h 8m	17:07	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	15:28	Accrington	57m	16:25	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	16:28	Accrington	57m	17:25	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Next departures from Accrington to Manchester on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:01	Accrington	1h 6m	10:07	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	08:28	Accrington	57m	09:25	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	07:00	Accrington	1h 7m	08:07	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	07:26	Accrington	59m	08:25	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	08:01	Accrington	1h 6m	09:07	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Next departures from Accrington to Manchester on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:01	Accrington	1h 6m	10:07	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	08:28	Accrington	57m	09:25	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	07:00	Accrington	1h 7m	08:07	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	07:26	Accrington	59m	08:25	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	08:01	Accrington	1h 6m	09:07	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Next departures from Accrington to Manchester on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	Accrington	1h 7m	08:07	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	08:28	Accrington	57m	09:25	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	07:26	Accrington	59m	08:25	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	08:01	Accrington	1h 6m	09:07	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	09:01	Accrington	1h 6m	10:07	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 03:00 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Accrington to Manchester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 5mAverage duration

20 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £10	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £17	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £16

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Accrington to Manchester by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Accrington to Manchester cost?
The average train ticket price from Accrington to Manchester is £17. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Accrington to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Accrington to Manchester?
A train trip between Accrington and Manchester is around 1h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 20 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Accrington and Manchester?
The number of trains from Accrington to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Accrington to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Accrington to Manchester?
When taking the train from Accrington to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with Northern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

£16

17/11

£16

Today

£15

19/11

£15

20/11

£16

21/11

£15

22/11

£16

23/11

£16

The cheapest trip from Accrington to Manchester was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Accrington to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £15 to £16 for a train ticket from Accrington to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-11-19.