The average train between Chester and Accrington takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is an hourly train service from Chester to Accrington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chester and Accrington. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Accrington at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Accrington? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Accrington station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.
Chester to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Accrington station.
Book your Chester to Accrington train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chester and Accrington is 71.9 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Accrington via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston in around 2h 11m.