Cardiff to Chorley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

151.7 miles 244.1 km · straight line
201 miles actual route 323.4 km · driving distance
3h 56min estimated drive time
£30 - £38 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Chorley?

The distance from Cardiff to Chorley is 151.7 miles (244.1 km) as the crow flies. Chorley is located N of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 201 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Chorley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 56min £30 - £38 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 43min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 44min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Chorley

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m 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 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 164.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM