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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.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Chorley
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
1 h 46 m
Trains on 29 Sept
15
Distance
82 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Chorley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Chorley will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
To travel from Sheffield to Chorley you need to make at least one change.
6:192h00Sheffield8:19Chorley£241One-way1 change- 7:291h50Sheffield9:19Chorley£241One-way1 change
- 8:441h35Sheffield10:19Chorley£241One-way1 change
- 9:431h36Sheffield11:19Chorley£241One-way1 change
- 10:431h57Sheffield12:40Chorley£241One-way1 change
- 8:441h35Sheffield10:19Chorley£241One-way1 change
- 9:431h36Sheffield11:19Chorley£241One-way1 change
- 7:291h50Sheffield9:19Chorley£241One-way1 change
3:451h51Sheffield5:36Chorley£351One-way1 change- 9:111h57Sheffield11:08Chorley£351One-way1 change
Live departures
Sheffield to Chorley train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Chorley trains for today, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:11 Sheffield | 1h57 | 11:08 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 9:43 Sheffield | 1h36 | 11:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 10:11 Sheffield | 1h57 | 12:08 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 10:43 Sheffield | 1h57 | 12:40 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 11:11 Sheffield | 1h57 | 13:08 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 11:43 Sheffield | 1h57 | 13:40 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 12:11 Sheffield | 1h58 | 14:09 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 12:43 Sheffield | 1h36 | 14:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 13:11 Sheffield | 1h57 | 15:08 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 13:43 Sheffield | 1h36 | 15:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 14:11 Sheffield | 1h57 | 16:08 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 14:43 Sheffield | 1h36 | 16:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 15:11 Sheffield | 1h59 | 17:10 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 15:43 Sheffield | 1h36 | 17:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 16:11 Sheffield | 1h59 | 18:10 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 16:43 Sheffield | 1h40 | 18:23 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 17:11 Sheffield | 2h00 | 19:11 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 17:41 Sheffield | 1h39 | 19:20 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 18:11 Sheffield | 1h57 | 20:08 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 18:42 Sheffield | 1h37 | 20:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 19:11 Sheffield | 1h59 | 21:10 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 19:43 Sheffield | 1h53 | 21:36 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 20:11 Sheffield | 1h59 | 22:10 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 20:42 Sheffield | 1h53 | 22:35 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 21:11 Sheffield | 1h39 | 22:50 Chorley | 1 change | |
 | 21:14 Sheffield | 2h23 | 23:37 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 22:11 Sheffield | 1h58 | 0:09 Chorley | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 29 September | |||||
| 3:45 Sheffield | 1h51 | 5:36 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 5:08 Sheffield | 2h03 | 7:11 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 6:09 Sheffield | 2h01 | 8:10 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 6:19 Sheffield | 2h00 | 8:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 7:07 Sheffield | 2h01 | 9:08 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 7:29 Sheffield | 1h50 | 9:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 8:08 Sheffield | 2h01 | 10:09 Chorley | 1 change | |
| 8:44 Sheffield | 1h35 | 10:19 Chorley | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Chorley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Sheffield to Chorley and enjoy the approximately 82 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:10.
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
Distance 82 km |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
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
Train companies: east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Chorley trainseast_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Chorley. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£24
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£16
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£35
TransPennine Express frequency
14 a day
Complete guide to Chorley
Things to do in Chorley
Discover the best of Chorley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chorley trip today.
- Recommended
Lancashire Infantry Museum
An independent military museum nearby with uniforms, medals, and displays focused on Lancashire regiments.
- Recommended
The Turnpike Gallery
A contemporary gallery and museum in nearby Wigan with art, social history, and temporary exhibitions worth the short trip.
- Must visit
Astley Park
A large landscaped park with woodland walks, formal gardens, play areas, and access to Astley Hall.
- Recommended
Chorley Market Place
A broad public square used for events and markets, framed by key civic buildings in the town centre.
- Recommended
Healey Nab
A scenic hilltop and local beauty spot with moorland walks and wide views across Chorley and West Lancashire.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
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.
- Vegetarian
Butter Pie
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.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Black Peas
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.
The Black Horse
Traditional pub near Rivington serving British classics, Sunday roasts and ales in a historic, cosy setting popular with walkers and locals.
Rivington Hall Barn
Refined country-house dining in nearby Rivington, offering modern British cooking and afternoon tea in elegant surroundings.
Piccolino
Stylish Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza and grilled dishes, with a smart but relaxed atmosphere suited to family meals and evenings out.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and rail can still add noticeable visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Sheffield to Chorley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
The train distance from Sheffield to Chorley is 82 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Chorley leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Sheffield to Chorley departs at 22:10.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Chorley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Chorley.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Chorley.
Booking trains from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Chorley offers pleasant views of the British countryside, including rolling hills and green landscapes, though it is not widely regarded as one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Chorley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Chorley
Most Sheffield to Chorley trains use the Sheffield to Chorley station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Chorley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Chorley
Which Sheffield station do trains to Chorley leave from?
Trains from Sheffield to Chorley leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · £0.90
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · £4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · £4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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.
Which Chorley station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Trains from Sheffield to Chorley arrive at Chorley. Chorley is 1 km from Chorley city centre.
ChorleyChorley station, Chapel Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1BS+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Chorley from Chorley city centre
Bus2 · 2m · £8 · every ~5 min
Chorley 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
Food and drink options are available at Chorley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chorley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chorley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chorley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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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