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Trip Overview

The average train between Ilford and Accrington takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilford to Accrington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 57m
Duration
235 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain train London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 58m
£58–144

Ilford to Accrington train times

Trains run hourly between Ilford and Accrington. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Accrington at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Street Station and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 3m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 18m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited6h 50m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited8h 55m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 22m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited9h 5m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 32m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 15m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 38m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 3 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 22m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilford to Accrington? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 235.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Ilford, England and Accrington, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.

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