The average train between Rainford and Chorley takes 1h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Rainford 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 every 2 hours between Rainford and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 7:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rainford is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Chorley at 9:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 1h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rainford 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 Rainford to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Rainford station and arriving at Chorley station via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.
Rainford to Chorley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rainford station.
Rainford to Chorley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chorley station.
Book your Rainford to Chorley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rainford and Chorley is 20 km. The road distance is 49 km.
You can take a train from Rainford to Chorley via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Preston in around 1h 14m.