Accrington to Chorley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

12.7 miles 20.5 km · straight line
16.6 miles estimated 26.7 km · driving distance
20min estimated drive time
£3 - £3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
236° SW bearing direction

How far is Accrington from Chorley?

The distance from Accrington to Chorley is 12.7 miles (20.5 km) as the crow flies. Chorley is located SW of Accrington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 16.6 miles, taking about 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Accrington and Chorley. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Accrington to Chorley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20min £3 - £3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Accrington & Chorley

Quick Facts

Accrington
53.75°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
148m elevation
Chorley
53.65°N, 2.62°W
Europe/London
105m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients