The average train between Chorley and Cardiff takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Chorley to Cardiff. 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 hourly between Chorley and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chorley is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Chorley to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Chorley to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Chorley to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chorley and Cardiff is 244.3 km. The road distance is 308 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 13m.