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Where to stay
Hiring a car

Accrington travel guide

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You're Going to Love Accrington

With a population of 35,318, Accrington is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Accrington to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Accrington

Accrington in October
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel
Accrington in October
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Accrington

Plane

Although Accrington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 45 km from Accrington. The shortest domestic flight to Accrington departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Accrington, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Accrington to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 2.3 km from the city centre, Accrington Huncoat is the busiest station in Accrington. Another popular train station is Accrington Church And Oswaldtwistle, located 2.1 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Accrington is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 292 km from Accrington. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Accrington, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Accrington takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Plane

Although Accrington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 45 km from Accrington. The shortest domestic flight to Accrington departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Accrington, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Accrington to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 2.3 km from the city centre, Accrington Huncoat is the busiest station in Accrington. Another popular train station is Accrington Church And Oswaldtwistle, located 2.1 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Accrington is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 292 km from Accrington. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Accrington, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Accrington takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Accrington

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Accrington

Lufthansa
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KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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ITA Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of Accrington

Most booked hotels in Accrington

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Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£173+
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Holiday Inn Express Burnley M65, Jct.10
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Willows, Blackburn by Marston's Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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Astley Bank Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Hampton by Hilton Blackburn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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Pilkingtons Guest House Accrington
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£35+
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Hiring a car in Accrington

Hiring a car in Accrington costs £50 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Accrington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Accrington is Compact (Vauxhall Crossland or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Accrington costs £50 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Accrington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Accrington is Compact (Vauxhall Crossland or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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