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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chorley to Manchester
Showing times and prices for Apr 21
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
31 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chorley to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chorley to Manchester will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Chorley for Manchester on Tue, Apr 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 21 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Tue, Apr 21 the slowest trains will take 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:35 AM0h34Chorley10:09 AMManchester€71One-way0 transfers- 9:05 AM0h34Chorley9:39 AMManchester€71One-way0 transfers
- 3:22 PM0h29Chorley3:51 PMManchester€71One-way0 transfers
- 3:22 PM0h29Chorley3:51 PMManchester€71One-way0 transfers
- 9:35 AM0h34Chorley10:09 AMManchester€71One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM0h34Chorley9:39 AMManchester€71One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Chorley to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Chorley to Manchester trains for today, Monday, April 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L10901 | On time 8:03 AM Chorley station (CRL) | 0h36 | 8:39 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L07210 | On time 8:22 AM Chorley station (CRL) | 0h29 | 8:51 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y25253 | On time 8:34 AM Chorley station (CRL) | 0h35 | 9:09 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10911 | On time 9:05 AM Chorley station (CRL) | 0h34 | 9:39 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L07197 | On time 9:22 AM Chorley station (CRL) | 0h29 | 9:51 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10921 | On time 9:35 AM Chorley station (CRL) | 0h34 | 10:09 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chorley to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chorley to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 29m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail from Chorley to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Chorley and Manchester from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
€4
Northern Rail frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Chorley to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chorley to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Chorley to Manchester can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chorley to Manchester is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Chorley to Manchester is 29m to travel the 31 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Chorley to Manchester leaves at 12:03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Chorley to Manchester leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from Chorley to Manchester with Northern Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Chorley to Manchester, you can count on Northern Rail for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Chorley and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester from Chorley is worth doing with a journey time of 29m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Chorley to Manchester is April.
Yes, you can take a train between Chorley and Manchester.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chorley to Manchester
Chorley
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Chorley is Chorley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chorley for your trip from Chorley to Manchester.
Chorley
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:00 Saturday 06:25 - 21:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access via short ramp or steps from station front into ticket office and onto Preston platform. Level access via side gate onto Preston platform when ticket office closed. Level access from station front via ramped underpass and side street through entrance onto Manchester platform. A stepped subway also connects the two platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Public transit options for Chorley
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses call on the A6 (Shepherd's Way) in the bus stop bays. Buses to Bolton stop on the nearside carriageway (adjacent to the station). Buses to Preston stop on the far side carriageway, which is accessed via the pedestrian crossing.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Chorley.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Deansgate
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
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