The average train between Falkirk and Chorley takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Falkirk to Chorley. 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 Falkirk and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Falkirk is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Chorley at 11:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Falkirk to Chorley? 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 Falkirk to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Haymarket station and arriving at Preston station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Falkirk to Chorley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.
Falkirk to Chorley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Falkirk and Chorley is 272 km. The road distance is 317 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 17m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.