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Outbound fromWatford to Accrington by train
It takes an average of 4h 57m to travel from Watford to Accrington by train, over a distance of around 167 miles (269 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Watford to Accrington and tickets for this journey start from £56.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:29 | |
| Departure station | Watford | |
| Arrival station | Accrington | |
| Journey time | From 3h 13m | |
| Distance | 167 miles (269 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £56.70 | |
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How to travel from Watford to Accrington by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Watford to Accrington? Look no further.
You'll usually find 18 trains per day running between Watford and Accrington, which usually take 4 hours 57 minutes to complete the 167 miles (269 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Accrington by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or London Overground are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Watford to Accrington start from £56.70 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Accrington? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Watford to Accrington
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Watford to Accrington is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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