The average train between Pontefract and Chorley takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract 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 Pontefract and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Chorley at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Kirkgate and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Pontefract 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 Pontefract to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Chorley station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Pontefract to Chorley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Pontefract to Chorley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chorley station.
Book your Pontefract to Chorley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Pontefract and Chorley is 86 km. The road distance is 112 km.
You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Chorley via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 58m.