The average train between Chorley and Sunderland takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Chorley to Sunderland. 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 Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 12:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Chorley is at 7:21 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 11:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chorley to Sunderland? 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 Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Sunderland station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Chorley to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Chorley to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sunderland station.
Book your Chorley to Sunderland train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Chorley and Sunderland is 160.9 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to Sunderland via Preston and Carlisle in around 4h 26m.