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Astley Hall Museum
A local history museum in Astley Hall showing period rooms, decorative arts, and stories from Chorley's past.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£0.00
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£-0.01
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
1 h 47 m
Buses on 31 Aug
47
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Chorley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Manchester to Chorley you need to make at least one change.










The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Chorley coaches for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:02 Manchester | 1h35 | 21:37 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:01 Manchester | 1h36 | 22:37 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:01 Manchester | 1h36 | 23:37 Chorley | 1 change | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
![]() | 5:17 Manchester | 1h47 | 7:04 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:47 Manchester | 1h51 | 7:38 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:14 Manchester | 1h46 | 8:00 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:26 Manchester | 1h50 | 8:16 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:38 Manchester | 1h47 | 8:25 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:50 Manchester | 1h51 | 8:41 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:02 Manchester | 1h52 | 8:54 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:15 Manchester | 2h03 | 9:18 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:30 Manchester | 2h00 | 9:30 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:45 Manchester | 1h57 | 9:42 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:00 Manchester | 2h02 | 10:02 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:15 Manchester | 1h57 | 10:12 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:30 Manchester | 2h02 | 10:32 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:45 Manchester | 1h57 | 10:42 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:57 Manchester | 1h55 | 10:52 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:12 Manchester | 1h50 | 11:02 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:27 Manchester | 1h55 | 11:22 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:39 Manchester | 1h53 | 11:32 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:51 Manchester | 1h51 | 11:42 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:03 Manchester | 1h49 | 11:52 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:12 Manchester | 2h40 | 12:52 Chorley | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:15 Manchester | 1h47 | 12:02 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:27 Manchester | 1h55 | 12:22 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:40 Manchester | 1h52 | 12:32 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:54 Manchester | 1h48 | 12:42 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:06 Manchester | 1h56 | 13:02 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:18 Manchester | 1h54 | 13:12 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:30 Manchester | 1h52 | 13:22 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:42 Manchester | 1h50 | 13:32 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:55 Manchester | 1h57 | 13:52 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:07 Manchester | 1h55 | 14:02 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:19 Manchester | 1h53 | 14:12 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:31 Manchester | 2h01 | 14:32 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:43 Manchester | 1h59 | 14:42 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:55 Manchester | 1h57 | 14:52 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:07 Manchester | 1h55 | 15:02 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:19 Manchester | 1h55 | 15:14 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:31 Manchester | 1h57 | 15:28 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:43 Manchester | 1h56 | 15:39 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:55 Manchester | 1h54 | 15:49 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:07 Manchester | 2h06 | 16:13 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:19 Manchester | 2h04 | 16:23 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:31 Manchester | 2h03 | 16:34 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:43 Manchester | 2h12 | 16:55 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:56 Manchester | 2h07 | 17:03 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:08 Manchester | 2h19 | 17:27 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:23 Manchester | 2h14 | 17:37 Chorley | 1 change | |
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The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 31 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 59m |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 0:03 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Chorley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chorley trip today.
A local history museum in Astley Hall showing period rooms, decorative arts, and stories from Chorley's past.
An independent military museum nearby with uniforms, medals, and displays focused on Lancashire regiments.
A contemporary gallery and museum in nearby Wigan with art, social history, and temporary exhibitions worth the short trip.
A large landscaped park with woodland walks, formal gardens, play areas, and access to Astley Hall.
A broad public square used for events and markets, framed by key civic buildings in the town centre.
A scenic hilltop and local beauty spot with moorland walks and wide views across Chorley and West Lancashire.
Lancashire hotpot is a slow-cooked lamb and onion stew topped with sliced potatoes, long tied to Lancashire mill towns and hearty local home cooking.
Butter pie is a Lancashire pastry filled with potato, onion and butter, created as a meat-free Friday staple and still a beloved regional comfort food.
Black peas are slow-cooked maple peas, often seasoned simply with vinegar, and are a traditional Lancashire Bonfire Night snack still known across the county.
Traditional pub near Rivington serving British classics, Sunday roasts and ales in a historic, cosy setting popular with walkers and locals.
Refined country-house dining in nearby Rivington, offering modern British cooking and afternoon tea in elegant surroundings.
Stylish Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza and grilled dishes, with a smart but relaxed atmosphere suited to family meals and evenings out.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and rail can still add noticeable visitor costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is normal for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not require tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Chorley by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chorley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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