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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chorley is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Chorley is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Chorley via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Reading to Chorley?

The distance between Reading and Chorley is 203 miles. The road distance is 192.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Chorley without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £26 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Reading to Chorley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Chorley train from?

Reading to Chorley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Chorley train arrive?

Reading to Chorley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Chorley is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Reading to Chorley.

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

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Where can I stay near Chorley?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Chorley.

Reading to Chorley - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Chorley by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 4m
£27–287
Drive 191.4 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Chorleycar 191.4 mi
3h 37m
£47–68
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorleytrain
4h 9m
£81–282
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorleytrain
3h 47m
£93–205

Reading to Chorley by train

112Weekly Trains

4h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £21–270 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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