Travelling from Edinburgh to Chorley by train

Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Chorley by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Chorley take around 2 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 258 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around  06:12. The last departure is usually at around 20:14 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 06:13, with the last train leaving at around 23:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 37 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$69.55.

We think any time is a great time to visit Chorley, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Chorley.

Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Chorley?

The journey between Edinburgh and Chorley usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to Chorley every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Chorley?

The Edinburgh to Chorley train travel takes about 2 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Edinburgh to Chorley train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chorley leaving Edinburgh at around 06:12 and the last train leaving at around 20:14 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 06:13, with the final departure at 23:15.