The cheapest and fastest trains from Accrington to Leyland
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Accrington to Leyland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Accrington to Leyland will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Accrington for Leyland every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Accrington to Leyland train times
The table below shows live departures for Accrington to Leyland trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:16 Accrington | 1h11 | 13:27 Leyland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:15 Accrington | 0h53 | 16:08 Leyland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 07:01 Accrington | 1h18 | 08:19 Leyland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:12 Accrington | 0h45 | 08:57 Leyland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Accrington to Leyland
Trains from Accrington to Leyland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 05:29 |
Last train 22:22 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Accrington to Leyland trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Accrington and Leyland from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Accrington to Leyland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Accrington to Leyland by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leyland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Accrington and Leyland
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 15:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, next to ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Eagel Street, next to entrance to station carpark.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - There are four platforms at Leyland, all of which have step free access via lifts 24 /7
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses towards Preston will stop at the bus stop on Station Brow outside NSI House. Buses towards Bolton/Wigan North Western will stop at the bus stop on Station Brow outside La Corte restaurant.
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