The average train between Ipswich and Chorley takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is an hourly train service from Ipswich 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 Ipswich and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ipswich is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Chorley at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Chorley station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Ipswich to Chorley train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.
Ipswich to Chorley train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Ipswich to Chorley train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ipswich and Chorley is 308.9 km. The road distance is 445 km.
You can take a train from Ipswich to Chorley via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 44m.