The average train between South Shields and Chorley takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is an hourly train service from South Shields 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 South Shields and Chorley. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Chorley at 9:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from South Shields 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 South Shields to Chorley. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Chorley station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
South Shields to Chorley train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Chorley train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Preston station.
The distance between South Shields and Chorley is 168.5 km. The road distance is 272 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Chorley via Central Station, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Preston in around 4h 3m.