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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Chorley
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
14 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Chorley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Chorley will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Bolton for Chorley every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
09:530h15
Bolton10:08Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
18:090h11
Bolton18:20Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
21:220h14
Bolton21:36Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
15:220h19
Bolton15:41Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
12:540h15
Bolton13:09Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
18:090h11
Bolton18:20Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
21:220h14
Bolton21:36Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
12:540h15
Bolton13:09Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
09:530h15
Bolton10:08Chorley
£81One-way
0 changes
05:220h18
Bolton05:40Chorley
£91One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Chorley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Chorley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 14 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bolton to Chorley train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:06
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y05627 | On time 08:08 Bolton station (BON) | 0h12 | 08:20 Chorley station (CRL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02200 | On time 08:22 Bolton station (BON) | 0h18 | 08:40 Chorley station (CRL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02642 | On time 08:53 Bolton station (BON) | 0h16 | 09:09 Chorley station (CRL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02356 | On time 09:09 Bolton station (BON) | 0h11 | 09:20 Chorley station (CRL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02162 | On time 09:22 Bolton station (BON) | 0h19 | 09:41 Chorley station (CRL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02151 | On time 09:54 Bolton station (BON) | 0h16 | 10:10 Chorley station (CRL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Chorley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Chorley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:51 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Bolton to Chorley trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Bolton and Chorley from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11m
Cheapest Price
£4
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
£28
first_transpennine_express frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Bolton to Chorley train
FAQs: Travel by train from Bolton to Chorley easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bolton to Chorley.
The train distance from Bolton to Chorley is 14 km.
Booking trains from Bolton to Chorley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bolton to Chorley covers a distance of 14 km and takes approximately 11m. Trains run 5 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bolton and Chorley. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton to Chorley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The first train from Bolton to Chorley leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Bolton to Chorley departs at 23:51.
To get from Bolton to Chorley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Chorley is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Trains from Bolton to Chorley run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Chorley is Bolton station (BON), and it arrives at Chorley station (CRL).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton to Chorley.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Chorley.
There is no night train service from Bolton to Chorley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Chorley
Bolton
Chorley
The major train station for departures in Bolton is Bolton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bolton for your trip from Bolton to Chorley.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bolton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:50 - 13:20 Saturday 07:50 - 14:20 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bromley Cross
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop opposite the Railway Pub.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Hall I' Th' Wood
- Onward travel information: On Crompton Way for buses to Bolton or Halliwell. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Crompton Way, under railway bridge (Nearside for Blackburn, Farside for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday,Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lostock
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up at the top of the station car park.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in Chorley is Chorley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chorley for your journey to Chorley from Bolton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:00 Saturday 06:25 - 21:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access via short ramp or steps from station front into ticket office and onto Preston platform. Level access via side gate onto Preston platform when ticket office closed. Level access from station front via ramped underpass and side street through entrance onto Manchester platform. A stepped subway also connects the two platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Public transport options for Chorley
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses call on the A6 (Shepherd's Way) in the bus stop bays. Buses to Bolton stop on the nearside carriageway (adjacent to the station). Buses to Preston stop on the far side carriageway, which is accessed via the pedestrian crossing.
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