The average train between Chorley and Leicester takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is an hourly train service from Chorley to Leicester. 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 Leicester. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Chorley is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Leicester at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chorley to Leicester? 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 Leicester. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Leicester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Chorley to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chorley station.
Chorley to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Chorley to Leicester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Chorley and Leicester is 149.8 km. The road distance is 209 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to Leicester via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 8m.