The average train between Cheltenham and Chorley takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to Chorley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Cheltenham and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 5:40 PM which arrives into Chorley at 8:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Chorley station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Cheltenham to Chorley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Chorley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Chorley station.
Book your Cheltenham to Chorley train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cheltenham and Chorley is 197.9 km. The road distance is 240 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Chorley via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 11m.