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Ormskirk Museum
A local history museum in a Victorian house with displays on Ormskirk, West Lancashire life, domestic interiors and changing exhibitions.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chorley to Ormskirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chorley to Ormskirk will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Sat 31 Oct, we found 1 trains from Chorley to Ormskirk, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.

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Take a train from Chorley to Ormskirk and enjoy the approximately 20 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 21:46.
Distance 20 km |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 21:46 |
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Discover the best of Ormskirk — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ormskirk trip today.
A local history museum in a Victorian house with displays on Ormskirk, West Lancashire life, domestic interiors and changing exhibitions.
A university gallery presenting contemporary art exhibitions, artist talks and student work in a modern campus setting open to the public.
A regional museum with hands-on natural history, archaeology and social history displays. It is a worthwhile short trip from Ormskirk.
Ormskirk’s lively pedestrian-friendly centre with independent shops, historic buildings and the long-running market that shapes the town’s character.
A traditional open-air market space that remains one of the town’s main gathering points, ideal for seeing everyday local life and historic streets.
A scenic canal-side route near Ormskirk, well suited to gentle walks and views across West Lancashire’s flat countryside and waterways.
Lancashire hotpot is a slow-cooked lamb and onion stew topped with sliced potatoes, long linked with Lancashire home cooking and pub menus.
Ormskirk gingerbread is a traditional local bake sold in the market town for generations, known for its crisp texture and warm ginger flavour.
Eccles cakes are flaky pastry rounds filled with currants and spice, a classic Lancashire teatime treat commonly found across the region.
Popular town-centre Turkish restaurant serving charcoal-grilled meats, meze and fresh flatbreads in a smart but relaxed setting.
Established Italian restaurant known for pizzas, pasta and friendly service, with a casual atmosphere suited to families and groups.
Stylish restaurant and bar serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a polished setting close to Ormskirk town centre.
Moderate for England. Dining and stays are usually cheaper than in Manchester or Liverpool, while local buses and rail are manageable for day trips.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 5-10%. Cafés: optional, usually just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chorley to Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chorley to Ormskirk trains use the Chorley to Ormskirk station pair. Use this guide to compare Chorley and Ormskirk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chorley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chorley.
Ticket office support is available at Chorley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chorley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chorley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chorley: 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.
Ormskirk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ormskirk.
Ticket office support is available at Ormskirk. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ormskirk: Parking, WC.
Available at Ormskirk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ormskirk: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office and platforms are step free, however car park has uneven ramp access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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