The average train between Preston and Accrington takes 32 min and the fastest train takes 23 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Preston 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 every 30 minutes between Preston and Accrington. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Accrington at 11:34 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 32 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Accrington station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 32 min.
Preston to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Accrington station.
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The distance between Preston and Accrington is 22.8 km. The road distance is 28 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Accrington hourly. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 38 min.