How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Accrington?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Accrington start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Accrington?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Accrington is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 20 miles (31 km). The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Accrington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Accrington?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Accrington at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:03pm.

Train Manchester to Accrington from $20

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Accrington on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Manchester Victoria	1h 13m	8:28am	Accrington	Cheapest
Train	9:04am	Manchester Victoria	55m	9:59am	Accrington	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	57m	8:01am	Accrington	No tags
Train	8:04am	Manchester Victoria	57m	9:01am	Accrington	No tags
Train	8:15am	Manchester Victoria	1h 13m	9:28am	Accrington	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Accrington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Manchester Victoria	1h 13m	8:28am	Accrington	Cheapest
Train	9:03am	Manchester Victoria	55m	9:58am	Accrington	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Manchester Victoria	57m	8:00am	Accrington	No tags
Train	8:04am	Manchester Victoria	57m	9:01am	Accrington	No tags
Train	8:15am	Manchester Victoria	1h 13m	9:28am	Accrington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:54 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Accrington

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Accrington. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

20 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $15	Average Duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $30	Average Duration1h 12m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $15	Average Duration1h 10m	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $21

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Accrington by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Accrington?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Accrington start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Accrington?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Accrington is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 20 miles (31 km). The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Accrington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Accrington?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Accrington at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:03pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$20

12/10

$20

Today

$20

12/12

$20

12/13

$20

12/14

$20

12/15

$20

12/16

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Accrington was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $28 for a train ticket from Manchester to Accrington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-14.