Accrington to Liverpool train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Accrington to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€24

Average price

€24

Fastest journey

2 h 38 m

Average duration

2 h 38 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

56 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Accrington to Liverpool will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Accrington for Liverpool on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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.

Northern Rail (3)
06:15PM2h38
Accrington
08:53PMLiverpool
241One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Accrington to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Accrington to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €22.

Distance: 56 km

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Train
Bus

€26

Average price

€13

Average price

Cheapest

1h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

3h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Northern Rail (3)

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Accrington to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Accrington to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:03 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail11:23 AM Accrington
1h58
1:21 PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Accrington to Liverpool

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Trains from Accrington to Liverpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 1h 56m.

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
Bus from €12
Distance
56 km
Average train duration
1h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 56m
First train
05:43
Last train
21:23
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
Bus from €12

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Accrington to Liverpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Accrington and Liverpool from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
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 Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
€22
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 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

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
€25
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Accrington to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Accrington to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Accrington to Liverpool can start from as little as €23 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Accrington to Liverpool is €25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Accrington to Liverpool train travel time is 1 h 34 min   for the 55 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Accrington to Liverpool leaves at 05: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Accrington to Liverpool leaves at 22: 01.
There are 4 trains a day from Accrington to Liverpool which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Accrington to Liverpool train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Liverpool from Accrington to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 01.
A day trip to Liverpool from Accrington is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Accrington to Liverpool by train is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Liverpool from Accrington including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Accrington to Liverpool

Accrington
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Accrington is Accrington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Accrington for your trip from Accrington to Liverpool.
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Amenities at train station
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 15:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Within station, next to ticket office
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Accrington
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Eagel Street, next to entrance to station carpark.

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