Train Hamilton to Chorley from £67 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Hamilton and Chorley takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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.

2h 40m
Duration: 187 mi
Distance: £67
Average price: Hourly
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Hamilton to Chorley train times

Trains run hourly between Hamilton and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Chorley at 5:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, May 28, 2026

5:26 PM → 8:20 PM
2h 53m • 1 change
8:21 PM → 11:02 PM
2h 40m • 1 change
11:58 PM → 5:36 AM
Arrives next day
5h 38m • 1 change

Departing Friday, May 29, 2026

5:48 AM → 8:20 AM
2h 31m • 1 change
6:04 AM → 8:33 AM
2h 29m • 1 change
6:45 AM → 9:20 AM
2h 35m • 1 change
7:26 AM → 10:05 AM
2h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, May 30, 2026

5:48 AM → 8:20 AM
2h 31m • 1 change
6:04 AM → 8:33 AM
2h 29m • 1 change
6:45 AM → 9:20 AM
2h 35m • 1 change
7:25 AM → 10:05 AM
2h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, May 31, 2026

9:52 AM → 12:20 PM
2h 27m • 1 change
10:50 AM → 1:20 PM
2h 29m • 1 change
11:52 AM → 2:20 PM
2h 28m • 1 change
12:52 PM → 3:20 PM
2h 28m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hamilton to Chorley? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Hamilton to Chorley.

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Three other operators also service this route.

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