Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Chorley travel guide

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You're Going to Love Chorley

With a population of 33,888, Chorley is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Chorley to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Chorley

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Shed Chorley Ltd (Fazakerley Street) and The Travellers Rest (Dawbers Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Chorley

Chorley in February
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chorley in February
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Chorley

Plane

Although Chorley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 38 km from Chorley. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Chorley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Chorley, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Chorley to Leeds takes 1h 19m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £19 for a 1h 55m trip. Located 5 km from the city centre, Chorley Adlington is the busiest station in Chorley. Another popular train station is Chorley Euxton Balshaw Lane, Lancs, located 2.8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chorley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 293 km from Chorley. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Chorley using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Chorley takes 148 km and will cost you around £9. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

Although Chorley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 38 km from Chorley. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Chorley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Chorley, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Chorley to Leeds takes 1h 19m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £19 for a 1h 55m trip. Located 5 km from the city centre, Chorley Adlington is the busiest station in Chorley. Another popular train station is Chorley Euxton Balshaw Lane, Lancs, located 2.8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chorley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 293 km from Chorley. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Chorley using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Chorley takes 148 km and will cost you around £9. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Chorley

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Chorley

KLM
Good (1,451 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,777 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,728 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,180 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,213 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,869 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,112 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,273 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,679 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,705 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,393 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,360 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,160 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,139 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Chorley

Most booked hotels in Chorley

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Spa Hotel at Ribby Hall Village
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£187+
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The Hinds Head Hotel
1 star
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Holiday Inn Preston By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Holiday Inn Express Preston - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Barton Manor Hotel & Spa, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Hiring a car in Chorley

Hiring a car in Chorley costs £27 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.32 per litre in Chorley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.81 and £21.08. The most frequently booked car type in Chorley is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Chorley costs £27 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.32 per litre in Chorley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.81 and £21.08. The most frequently booked car type in Chorley is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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