What is the cheapest way to get from Chorley to Ainsdale?

The cheapest way to get from Chorley to Ainsdale is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chorley to Ainsdale?

The fastest way to get from Chorley to Ainsdale is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Chorley and Ainsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Chorley station to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Ainsdale Interchange via Preston New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Chorley and Ainsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Chorley and arriving at Ainsdale via Bolton and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Chorley to Ainsdale?

The distance between Chorley and Ainsdale is 31 miles. The road distance is 23.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chorley to Ainsdale without a car?

The best way to get from Chorley to Ainsdale without a car is to bus and line 49 bus which takes 1h 52m and costs £7 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Chorley to Ainsdale?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Chorley to Ainsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Ainsdale bus from?

Chorley to Ainsdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Ainsdale train from?

Chorley to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chorley station.

Train or bus from Chorley to Ainsdale?

The best way to get from Chorley to Ainsdale is to bus and line 49 bus which takes 1h 52m and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Chorley to Ainsdale bus arrive?

Chorley to Ainsdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Rufford Road station.

Where does the Chorley to Ainsdale train arrive?

Chorley to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Chorley to Ainsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Chorley to Ainsdale is 23 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Chorley to Ainsdale.

How do I get a train ticket from Chorley to Ainsdale?

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Chorley to Ainsdale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 49 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chorley to Ainsdale by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 49 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Rufford Roadbus X2
2. Take the bus from Preston New Road to Ainsdale Interchangebus 49
1h 52m
£7–12
Drive 23.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chorley to Ainsdalecar 23.2 mi
41 min
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Chorley to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
1h 56m
£17–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chorley to Ainsdaletaxi 23.2 mi
41 min
£50–60
Line 109 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 109 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
2h 32m
£7–9
Bus, line 375 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 311
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
2h 39m

Chorley to Ainsdale by train and bus

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Distance: 31 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Chorley, Lancashire, England and Ainsdale, England?

You can take a train from Chorley to Ainsdale Interchange via Preston, Railway Station, Rufford Road, and Preston New Road in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chorley to Ainsdale via Bolton and Southport in around 1h 56m.

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