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Norwich to Chorley by train

First train

04:48

Last train

22:40

Departure station

Norwich

Arrival station

Chorley

Journey time

From 5h 14m

Distance

178 miles (286 km)

Frequency

23 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway

Take the train from Norwich to Chorley in 5 hours 14 minutes

If you want to travel from Norwich to Chorley by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Norwich to Chorley by train to take around 6 hours 33 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 5 hours 14 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 23 trains per day running on this route, which spans 178 miles (286 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Chorley. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Greater Anglia. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Norwich to Chorley are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Norwich to Chorley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Norwich to Chorley take?

The average journey time by train between Norwich and Chorley is 6 hours and 33 minutes, with around 23 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Norwich and Chorley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Norwich to Chorley is 5 hours and 14 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Norwich to Chorley?

No, there are no direct train services from Norwich to Chorley. Travelling from Norwich to Chorley by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Norwich to Chorley leave?

The first train from Norwich to Chorley leaves at 04:48. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Norwich to Chorley leave?

The last train from Norwich to Chorley leaves at 22:40. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Norwich and Chorley by train?

Trains travelling from Norwich to Chorley cover a distance of around 178 miles (286 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Chorley to Norwich.

Cheap train tickets from Norwich to Chorley

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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