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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Chorley
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€61
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€61
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Chorley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Chorley will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Edinburgh to Chorley, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
8:00 AM4h20Edinburgh12:20 PMChorley€611One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM4h20Edinburgh12:20 PMChorley€611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Chorley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Chorley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, while a flight costs an average of €411.
Distance: 259 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€72 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €411 Average price | €58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Chorley:
A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Chorley costing on average €72.
A bus is €371 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Chorley costing on average €411.
Other travel options to Chorley take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 6h 54m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Chorley train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Chorley trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM Edinburgh | 4h20 | 12:20 PM Chorley | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Chorley by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Chorley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Chorley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 8:41 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Chorley trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Chorley from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Chorley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Chorley 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 Chorley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Chorley
Most Edinburgh to Chorley trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Chorley station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Chorley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Chorley station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Chorley from Chorley city centre
Chorley train station facilities and services
Chorley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chorley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chorley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chorley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chorley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chorley: 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.
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