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Compare prices and tickets Chester to Accrington by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Accrington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Accrington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 43m.
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
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 21:55 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales from Chester to Accrington trainsNorthern Rail (3), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Accrington from €21. 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 43m
Cheapest Price
€21
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 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
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
€80
Transport for Wales frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Trains from Chester to Accrington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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.
Cheap train tickets from Chester to Accrington can start from as little as €44 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chester to Accrington is €44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Accrington from Chester is on average 2 h 36 min for the 71 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Chester and Accrington by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Chester to Accrington leaves at 05: 52. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Chester to Accrington leaves at 21: 24.
There are 2 trains a day from Chester to Accrington which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3) or Transport for Wales. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Chester to Accrington train with Northern Rail (3) or Transport for Wales. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Chester to Accrington as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 24.
A trip to Accrington from Chester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 36 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Chester to Accrington by train is February.
Yes, you can take a train between Chester and Accrington.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Accrington
Chester
Accrington
The major train station for departures in Chester is Chester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester for your trip from Chester to Accrington.
Chester
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Chester West
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Chester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
The major train station for arrivals in Accrington is Accrington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Accrington for your journey to Accrington from Chester.
Accrington
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 15:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- Baby changing facilities: No
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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