The average train between Chorley and Hamilton takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Chorley to Hamilton. 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 Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 12:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Chorley is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 10:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Hamilton station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Chorley to Hamilton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Chorley to Hamilton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Chorley to Hamilton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chorley and Hamilton is 252.3 km. The road distance is 301 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.