The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston station (PRE) for Chorley station (CRL) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) 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 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 13 km
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£8 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:10 Preston station (PRE) | 0h11 | 17:21 Chorley station (CRL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
![]() | 08:25 Preston station (PRE) | 0h14 | 08:39 Chorley station (CRL) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL)
Trains from Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 15:51. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 10m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 15:51 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Preston station (PRE) and Chorley station (CRL) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston station (PRE) to Chorley station (CRL) 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 station (CRL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Preston station (PRE) and Chorley station (CRL)
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
- 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.
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