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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 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 29 m
Trains on 18 Sept
12
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colne to Chorley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colne to Chorley will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Colne to Chorley you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colne to Chorley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 37 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.53. The journey takes 1h 22m versus 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Colne to Chorley trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:51 Colne | 1h29 | 11:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:51 Colne | 1h29 | 12:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:51 Colne | 1h29 | 13:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:51 Colne | 1h29 | 14:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:51 Colne | 1h30 | 15:21 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:51 Colne | 1h43 | 16:34 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:51 Colne | 1h29 | 17:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:51 Colne | 1h29 | 18:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:51 Colne | 1h45 | 19:36 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:51 Colne | 1h29 | 20:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:51 Colne | 1h29 | 21:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:51 Colne | 1h44 | 22:35 Chorley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:51 Colne | 2h11 | 23:02 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:51 Colne | 2h11 | 0:02 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:51 Colne | 6h45 | 5:36 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:51 Colne | 1h31 | 7:22 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:51 Colne | 1h29 | 8:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:51 Colne | 1h29 | 9:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:51 Colne | 1h29 | 10:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
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Trains from Colne to Chorley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 22:12 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 Colne to Chorley 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 Chorley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Colne to Chorley trains use the Colne to Chorley station pair. Use this guide to compare Colne and Chorley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Colne has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Colne.
ATMs are available at Colne.
Available at Colne: Taxis, WC.
Available at Colne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Colne.
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.
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