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Preston (Lancs) to Accrington Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Accrington, starting from €4.11 and averaging €11.55. The entire journey takes no more than 24m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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20:44
Preston (Lancs)
21:11
Accrington
27m, DirectNorthern
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21:23
Preston (Lancs)
22:01
Accrington
38m, DirectNorthern
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21:43
Preston (Lancs)
22:10
Accrington
27m, DirectNorthern
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22:26
Preston (Lancs)
22:50
Accrington
24m, DirectNorthern
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22:51
Preston (Lancs)
23:35
Paris
44m, DirectNorthern
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Preston (Lancs) to Accrington Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:21
Last train
Last train
22:51
Departure station
Departure station
Preston (Lancs)
Arrival station
Arrival station
Accrington
Journey time
Journey time
24m
Distance
Distance
23 km
Price
Price
€4.11*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Accrington

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Preston (Lancs) to Accrington can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Preston (Lancs) to Accrington for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Accrington, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston (Lancs) to Accrington ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Preston (Lancs) to Accrington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston (Lancs) to Accrington train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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