The average train between Leicester and Chorley takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Chorley at 5:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Chorley station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Leicester to Chorley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Chorley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Chorley station.
Book your Leicester to Chorley train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Leicester and Chorley is 149.8 km. The road distance is 209 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Chorley via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 8m.