The average train between Chorley and Bristol takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Chorley to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Chorley and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chorley is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:08 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Bristol station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Chorley to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Chorley to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Chorley to Bristol train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Chorley and Bristol is 244.1 km. The road distance is 311 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m.