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Outbound fromDumfries to Chorley by train
It takes an average of 3h 47m to travel from Dumfries to Chorley by train, over a distance of around 106 miles (170 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Dumfries to Chorley and tickets for this journey start from £19.40 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Dumfries to Chorley in 2 hours 18 minutes
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It usually takes around 3 hours 47 minutes to travel the 106 miles (170 km) from Dumfries to Chorley by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to Chorley. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Dumfries to Chorley in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £19.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Chorley by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Dumfries to Chorley
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Dumfries to Chorley is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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