RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Trains to Chorley from Rainhill

First train

05:21

Last train

22:52

Departure stationRainhill
Arrival stationChorley
Journey time

From 1h 12m

Distance

17 miles (28 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Rainhill to Chorley?

Check out the next trains departing from Rainhill to Chorley for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
13:2114:411h 20m, 1 change
13:3215:051h 33m, 2 changes
14:2115:411h 20m, 1 change
14:3116:041h 33m, 2 changes
15:2116:411h 20m, 1 change
15:3117:031h 32m, 2 changes
15:5517:201h 25m, 2 changes
15:5519:203h 25m, 5 changes
16:2117:411h 20m, 1 change
16:3118:021h 31m, 2 changes

Travelling from Rainhill to Chorley by train

If you're planning to travel from Rainhill to Chorley, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Rainhill to Chorley takes around 2 hours. There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Rainhill to Chorley.

You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Chorley, as there are no direct trains.

Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales trains operate on this route.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Rainhill to Chorley?

Want to know more about your journey from Rainhill to Chorley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Chorley from Rainhill?

To travel to Chorley from Rainhill, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 0 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 12 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Rainhill to Chorley?

Trains from Rainhill to Chorley take an average of 2 hours and 0 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 12 minutes. You'll usually find 10 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Rainhill and Chorley by train?

The quickest journey time between Rainhill and Chorley by train is 1 hour and 12 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Rainhill to Chorley?

No, there are no direct trains running from Rainhill to Chorley, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Rainhill to Chorley?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Rainhill to Chorley is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.