How to get from Accrington to Preston by train?

By train

Take one direct train from Accrington to Preston in North West: take the NORTHERN train from Accrington station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min.

37min
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Accrington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Accrington
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Accrington to Preston

The distance between Accrington, North West and Preston, North West is approximately 17.57 mi, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Accrington to Preston by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Accrington

Accrington is located at Accrington, North West and the nearest public transport station is Rail Station.

Bus stations close to Accrington:

  • Rail Station
  • Accrington
  • Ellison Street

Public transport stations close to Preston, North West

Preston is located at Preston, North West and the nearest public transport station is Christ Church St.

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Preston

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Christ Church St
  • Corporation Street
  • Corporation Street (Stand Cs3)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Accrington to Preston?

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Accrington and Preston?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Accrington in Accrington to Preston in North West in 37 min.

  • Which train line goes from Accrington to Preston?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Blackpool North station near Accrington in Accrington to Preston station near Preston in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Accrington to Preston by train?

    The total travel time between Accrington in Accrington and Preston in North West by train is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Accrington to get to Preston?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Blackpool North station near Accrington in Accrington.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Accrington and Preston?

    Get off the train at the Preston station, which is closest to Preston in North West.

  • When is the last train from Accrington to Preston?

    The last train from Accrington in Accrington to Preston in North West is the Northern line. It leaves the Accrington station at 00:17.

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