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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chorley is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chorley is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chorley via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chorley?

The distance between Cardiff and Chorley is 192 miles. The road distance is 181.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chorley without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Cardiff to Chorley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chorley train from?

Cardiff to Chorley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chorley train arrive?

Cardiff to Chorley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chorley is 181 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Chorley.

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

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Where can I stay near Chorley?

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Cardiff to Chorley - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Chorley by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 10m
£64–104
Drive 180.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chorleycar 180.2 mi
4h 1m
£45–65
Fly Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorleytrain
6h 52m
£91–177
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 26m
£78–121
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
7h 18m
£81–216
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorleytrain
5h 28m
£137–413

Cardiff to Chorley by train

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Distance: 191.2 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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