The cheapest and fastest trains from Chorley to Kendal
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chorley to Kendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chorley to Kendal will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chorley for Kendal every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 28 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.










Live departures
Chorley to Kendal train times
The table below shows live departures for Chorley to Kendal trains for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:52 Chorley | 7h28 | 06:20 Kendal | 1 change | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
![]() | 09:20 Chorley | 1h04 | 10:24 Kendal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:09 Chorley | 1h28 | 13:37 Kendal | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:20 Chorley | 1h16 | 16:36 Kendal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:24 Chorley | 1h00 | 19:24 Kendal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chorley to Kendal
Trains from Chorley to Kendal run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 06:20 |
Last train 18:20 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Chorley to Kendal trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Chorley and Kendal from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chorley to Kendal train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chorley to Kendal by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kendal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chorley and Kendal
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:00 Saturday 06:25 - 21:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from the station building
- 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / Drop off point is on Station Road by the Peugeot Garage.
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