Accrington Stanley Match Days by Taxi

A new football season is under way, and Accrington Stanley are back in League Two for 2026/27. Whether you have had a season ticket for years or you are taking the kids to their first game, match day in Accrington is all about the people, and the last thing anyone wants is a battle with the traffic and parking at the end of it.

This guide covers getting to the ground, getting home after the final whistle, and making a proper day of it in Accrington.

Where the ground is

Accrington Stanley play at the Wham Stadium, which plenty of fans still call the Crown Ground. It is on Livingstone Road, Accrington, BB5 5BX.

When you book, use the postcode and add a precise note about where you want to be dropped or collected. On match days a clear meeting point saves time for you and your driver.

Getting to the game from across East Lancashire

Accrington Stanley draw support from right across Hyndburn and beyond. We cover taxis in Accrington and the towns around it, including Oswaldtwistle, Clayton-le-Moors, Great Harwood and Rishton, as well as Burnley, Padiham, Blackburn and the Rossendale Valley.

A few things make getting to the game easier:

• Book ahead. You can pre-book in the Ride app up to 12 months in advance, so you can set up your match-day pickup as soon as the fixture is confirmed.
• Travel together. Ride XL takes up to six passengers, so a group of mates can arrive together.
• Bring everyone. Ride Access is wheelchair accessible, with a ramp and secure fastenings.
• Allow extra time. Roads around any ground get busier as kick-off approaches, so leave a little earlier than you would on a normal day.

Coming by train

Accrington station sits on the East Lancashire line between Preston and Colne, and is also served by trains on the Calder Valley route linking Blackpool, Blackburn and Burnley with Leeds and York. That makes it the natural arrival point for fans coming from further afield.

If you are arriving by rail, book a Ride from the station to the ground, and pre-book your return so you are not left looking for a lift after the match. Live GPS tracking shows your car on the map, so you can find it easily in the crowds.

Getting home after the final whistle

The first half hour after full time is always the busiest. Everyone leaves at once, and anyone who has not planned a way home ends up waiting. A little planning makes a big difference:

• Pre-book your pickup for a sensible time after full time, rather than trying to book at the final whistle along with everyone else.
• Walk a short way from the ground. A pickup point a few minutes' walk away is often quicker to reach than one right outside the gates.
• Message your driver. The Ride app lets you message your driver to agree exactly where you are.
• Check the car. You will see your driver's name, car and registration before they arrive, so you know you are getting into the right one.

You can pay by card in the app, or in cash.

Make a day of it in Accrington

If you are coming in for the game, Accrington has plenty to fill the hours before kick-off, especially for visiting fans.

• Accrington Market Hall. A Grade II listed Victorian market hall that opened in October 1869, in the heart of the town centre.
• Haworth Art Gallery. Home to the largest collection of Tiffany glass in Europe, which surprises plenty of first-time visitors.
• Oak Hill Park. A Victorian park that opened in 1893, good for a walk before the game.

Opening times vary, so check before you go. With a taxi booked, you can fit in a visit and still be at the ground in good time.

Match days elsewhere in East Lancashire

Accrington is not the only football on our patch. If you are heading to a Burnley home game, our guide to match day at Turf Moor covers getting there and back.

Everyday Accrington

Match days are only a small part of what we do in Accrington. We are on the road 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, for nights out, shifts, shopping trips and appointments, with every driver fully licensed, DBS-checked and vetted. Pick from five vehicle types, from the everyday Ride X to Ride Pet for when the dog is coming too.

Heading further afield? We also run airport transfers from across East Lancashire.

Book your ride

Whether it is a Saturday afternoon at the Wham Stadium or a lift home from town, Accrington taxis are a few taps away. Get the Ride app and book your match-day journey now.

FAQs

Where is Accrington Stanley's ground?

Accrington Stanley play at the Wham Stadium, also known as the Crown Ground, on Livingstone Road, Accrington, BB5 5BX.

Can I pre-book a taxi home after the match?

Yes. You can pre-book in the Ride app up to 12 months ahead, so you can set your pickup time before the game. We recommend a meeting point a short walk from the ground.

Can a group of six travel together?

Yes. Ride XL takes up to six passengers.

Do you cover Accrington outside match days?

Yes. We cover Accrington and the surrounding towns 24 hours a day, every day of the year.