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

The cheapest way to get from Chorley to Sunderland is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chorley to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chorley and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Chorley to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Goring Street and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Bolton Interchange and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chorley and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Chorley and arriving at Sunderland via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Chorley to Sunderland?

The distance between Chorley and Sunderland is 171 miles. The road distance is 120.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chorley to Sunderland without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 26m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Chorley to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Sunderland bus from?

Chorley to Sunderland bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Sunderland train from?

Chorley to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Chorley to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Chorley to Sunderland is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 26m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £20 - £30 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Chorley to Sunderland bus arrive?

Chorley to Sunderland bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Chorley to Sunderland train arrive?

Chorley to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Chorley to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Chorley to Sunderland is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Chorley to Sunderland.

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

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Chorley to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chorley to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 26m
£49–116
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
6h 16m
£20–30
Drive 119.4 mi
1. Drive from Chorley to Sunderlandcar 119.4 mi
2h 38m
£30–42
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
5h 26m
£62–116
Line 36 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 57m
£29–65

Chorley to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Chorley to Sunderland via Preston and Carlisle in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Goring Street to Sunderland Interchange via Bolton Interchange and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 16m.

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