The average train between Nottingham and Chorley takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham 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 hourly between Nottingham and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Chorley at 10:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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.
No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Chorley station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Nottingham to Chorley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Chorley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Chorley station.
Book your Nottingham to Chorley train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Nottingham and Chorley is 124.4 km. The road distance is 169 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Chorley via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 38m.