Birmingham, United Kingdom to Chorley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85.9 miles 138.2 km · straight line
100.2 miles actual route 161.2 km · driving distance
1h 59min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Chorley?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Chorley is 85.9 miles (138.2 km) as the crow flies. Chorley is located NNW of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 100.2 miles, taking about 1h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom and Chorley. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Chorley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 59min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 23min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 53min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Chorley

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m 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 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 290 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM