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It takes an average of 4h 30m to travel from Middlesbrough to Accrington by train, over a distance of around 73 miles (118 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Middlesbrough to Accrington and tickets for this journey start from £14.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:33 | |
| Departure station | Middlesbrough | |
| Arrival station | Accrington | |
| Journey time | From 2h 50m | |
| Distance | 73 miles (118 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Middlesbrough to Accrington in 2 hours 50 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Middlesbrough to Accrington? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 30 minutes to travel the 73 miles (118 km) from Middlesbrough to Accrington by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to Accrington. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Middlesbrough to Accrington in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £14.90. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Accrington by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from Middlesbrough to Accrington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Middlesbrough to Accrington?
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. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.