What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Chorley?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Chorley is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Chorley?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Chorley is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Chorley?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Goring Street via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Chorley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deansgate and arriving at Chorley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Chorley?

The distance between Manchester and Chorley is 22 miles. The road distance is 23.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Chorley without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Chorley without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Chorley?

The train from Deansgate to Chorley takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chorley bus from?

Manchester to Chorley bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chorley train from?

Manchester to Chorley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Deansgate station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Chorley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Chorley is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 36 bus and line 125 bus, which costs and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Manchester to Chorley bus arrive?

Manchester to Chorley bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Chorley train arrive?

Manchester to Chorley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chorley station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Chorley is 24 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Manchester to Chorley.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Chorley?

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Where can I stay near Chorley?

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Manchester to Chorley - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 36 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Chorley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deansgate to ChorleyManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
32 min
£5–24
Line 36 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchange36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Goring Street125
2h 27m
Drive 23.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Chorley23.7 mi
35 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Chorley23.7 mi
35 min
£50–65

Manchester to Chorley by train

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Distance: 21.6 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Deansgate to Chorley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–14 and the journey takes 32 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Goring Street via Bolton Interchange in around 2h 27m.

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