What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Accrington?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Accrington is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Accrington?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Accrington is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Millennium Point and arriving at Warner Street via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Accrington via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Accrington?

The distance between Birmingham and Accrington is 121 miles. The road distance is 107.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Accrington without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Accrington?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Birmingham to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Accrington bus from?

Birmingham to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Millennium Point station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Accrington train from?

Birmingham to Accrington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Accrington?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Accrington is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Birmingham to Accrington bus arrive?

Birmingham to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Accrington train arrive?

Birmingham to Accrington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Accrington is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Birmingham to Accrington.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Accrington?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Accrington?

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Where can I stay near Accrington?

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Birmingham to Accrington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Accrington by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2h 44m
£40–66
Drive 106.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Accringtoncar 106.6 mi
1h 59m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
3h 34m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
3h 18m
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
4h 9m

Birmingham to Accrington by train

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Distance: 119.9 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Accrington via Preston in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Millennium Point to Warner Street via Shudehill Interchange in around 3h 34m.

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