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 March
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chorley in March
Estimated hotel price
£59
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 24 miles from Chorley. The shortest domestic flight to Chorley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Chorley. The train journey from Chorley to Birmingham takes 1h 35m and costs around £33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £80 for a 4h 40m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Chorley Adlington is the busiest station in Chorley. Another popular train station is Chorley Euxton Balshaw Lane, Lancs, located 1.8 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chorley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 182 miles from Chorley. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Chorley using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Chorley takes 70 miles and will cost you around £13. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 70 miles.

Plane

Although Chorley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 24 miles from Chorley. The shortest domestic flight to Chorley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Chorley. The train journey from Chorley to Birmingham takes 1h 35m and costs around £33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £80 for a 4h 40m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Chorley Adlington is the busiest station in Chorley. Another popular train station is Chorley Euxton Balshaw Lane, Lancs, located 1.8 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chorley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 182 miles from Chorley. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Chorley using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Chorley takes 70 miles and will cost you around £13. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Chorley

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Chorley

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,400 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,561 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,196 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Chorley

Most booked hotels in Chorley

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Parr Hall Farm, Eccleston
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Holiday Inn Express Preston - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Barton Manor Hotel & Spa, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Willows, Blackburn by Marston's Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£49+
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Ramada by Wyndham Chorley South
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£43+
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Hiring a car in Chorley

Hiring a car in Chorley costs £28 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.47 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 £17.63 and £23.50. The most frequently booked car type in Chorley is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Chorley costs £28 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.47 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 £17.63 and £23.50. The most frequently booked car type in Chorley is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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