RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...
Avanti West Coast
London North Eastern Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Trains to Cross Gates from Accrington

First train

15:13

Last train

15:13

Departure stationAccrington
Arrival stationCross Gates
Journey time

From 1h 23m

Distance

38 miles (61 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

Direct trains available

What are the train times from Accrington to Cross Gates?

Check out the next trains departing from Accrington to Cross Gates for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:2713:231h 56m, 2 changes
12:1314:011h 48m, 1 change
12:2814:231h 55m, 2 changes
13:1315:011h 48m, 1 change
13:2815:231h 55m, 2 changes
14:1316:011h 48m, 1 change
14:2816:231h 55m, 2 changes
15:1317:011h 48m, 1 change
15:2817:231h 55m, 2 changes
16:1317:361h 23m, direct

Plan your journey from Accrington to Cross Gates

Considering a trip to Cross Gates and need more information on how to take the train from Accrington to Cross Gates? Start your search with us today!

Usually, the train from Accrington to Cross Gates takes around 1 hour 23 minutes. Every day, there are around 1 train running on this popular route.

You can take a direct train from Accrington to Cross Gates.

Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.

Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Accrington to Cross Gates?

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

How do I get from Accrington to Cross Gates?

You can travel from Accrington to Cross Gates by train in about 1 hour and 23 minutes. With around 1 train running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Accrington to Cross Gates?

On average, the train journey from Accrington to Cross Gates takes around 1 hour and 23 minutes, with 1 train per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Accrington to Cross Gates?

The fastest trains from Accrington to Cross Gates can cover the distance of 38 miles (61 km) in as little as 1 hour and 23 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Accrington to Cross Gates?

Yes, you can travel on a direct train between Accrington and Cross Gates. There are usually 1 per day that are direct.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Accrington to Cross Gates?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Accrington to Cross Gates is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.