The average train between Chorley and Essex takes 5h 6m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Chorley to Essex. 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 hourly between Chorley and Essex. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Chorley is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chorley to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Essex. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Essex station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.
Chorley to Essex train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Chorley to Essex train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Chorley to Essex train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chorley and Essex is 295.3 km. The road distance is 402 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to White Notley via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 4m.