Accrington to Manchester train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Accrington to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€16

Average price

€18

Fastest journey

57 m

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

31 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Accrington to Manchester will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Accrington for Manchester on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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)Y04043 · Y04163
09:01AM1h06
Accrington station (ACR)
10:07AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
161One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)G37725 · G37431
09:23AM1h16
Accrington station (ACR)
10:39AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
161One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)G37721 · G37415
08:23AM1h16
Accrington station (ACR)
09:39AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
171One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)Y04109 · Y04074
08:01AM1h06
Accrington station (ACR)
09:07AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
171One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)G31090
08:28AM0h57
Accrington station (ACR)
09:25AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Accrington to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Accrington to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 31 km

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Train
Bus

€16

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

1h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

59m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

Average total duration

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 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 Manchester train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 12:55 AM
Last updated at 12:55 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_railY04109 · Y04074
On time
8:01 AM Accrington station (ACR)
1h06
9:07 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1 transfer
northern_railG37721 · G37415
On time
8:23 AM Accrington station (ACR)
1h16
9:39 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1 transfer
northern_railG31090
On time
8:28 AM Accrington station (ACR)
0h57
9:25 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 transfersDirect
northern_railY04043 · Y04163
On time
9:01 AM Accrington station (ACR)
1h06
10:07 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1 transfer
northern_railY02436+transpennine_expressC26573
On time
9:12 AM Accrington station (ACR)
1h10
10:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1 transfer
northern_railG37725 · G37431
On time
9:23 AM Accrington station (ACR)
1h16
10:39 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Accrington to Manchester

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Trains from Accrington to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
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 €7
Distance
31 km
Average train duration
59m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
03:43
Last train
23:28
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 €7

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Accrington to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Accrington and Manchester from €7. 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 6m
Cheapest Price
€8
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 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

FAQs: Trains from Accrington to Manchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Accrington to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Accrington to Manchester.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Accrington to Manchester can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Accrington to Manchester is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Accrington to Manchester is 1 h 5 min   to travel the 31 km long trip, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Accrington to Manchester leaves at 03: 46. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Accrington to Manchester leaves at 23: 28.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Accrington to Manchester without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 2 direct trains from Accrington to Manchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Accrington to Manchester, you can count on Northern Rail (3) for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Accrington to Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 28.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Accrington, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Manchester Victoria, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Manchester from Accrington is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Accrington to Manchester is December.
You have options as you can travel between Accrington and Manchester 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Accrington to Manchester

Accrington
Manchester
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 Manchester.
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information
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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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