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Accrington to Cradley Heath by train

First train

13:16

Last train

22:17

Departure station

Accrington

Arrival station

Cradley Heath

Journey time

From 3h 26m

Distance

89 miles (144 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast

Travelling from Accrington to Cradley Heath by train

Looking to travel from Accrington to Cradley Heath by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 6 hours 13 minutes to travel from Accrington to Cradley Heath by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 26 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 89 miles (144 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Cradley Heath, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry to get to Cradley Heath – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Accrington to Cradley Heath in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Accrington to Cradley Heath? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Accrington and Cradley Heath by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Accrington to Cradley Heath is 3 hours and 26 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Accrington to Cradley Heath?

No, there are no direct train services from Accrington to Cradley Heath. Travelling from Accrington to Cradley Heath by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Accrington to Cradley Heath leave?

The first train from Accrington to Cradley Heath leaves at 13:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Accrington to Cradley Heath leave?

The last train from Accrington to Cradley Heath leaves at 22:17. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Accrington and Cradley Heath by train?

Trains travelling from Accrington to Cradley Heath cover a distance of around 89 miles (144 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cradley Heath to Accrington.

Cheap train tickets from Accrington to Cradley Heath

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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