The cheapest and fastest buses from Cambridge to Horley
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cambridge to Horley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Horley will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cambridge for Horley on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 116 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:30 AM3h10Cambridge9:40 AMHorley$111One-way0 transfers
4:30 PM3h15Cambridge7:45 PMHorley$121One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM3h15Cambridge5:40 PMHorley$131One-way0 transfers
12:40 PM3h15Cambridge3:55 PMHorley$151One-way0 transfers
6:30 AM3h10Cambridge9:40 AMHorley$111One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM3h15Cambridge5:40 PMHorley$131One-way0 transfers
12:40 PM3h15Cambridge3:55 PMHorley$151One-way0 transfers
4:30 PM3h15Cambridge7:45 PMHorley$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cambridge to Horley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Horley:
A bus is $48 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Horley costing on average $62 (€49).
Other travel options to Horley take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 9m.
Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $39 (€31) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€20). The journey takes 3h 9m versus 1h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Cambridge to Horley Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Live departures
Cambridge to Horley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Horley buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 12:35 AM 1:35 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h00 | 5:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 12:35 AM 1:35 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h10 | 5:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX200 | Delayed 12:35 AM 3:50 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h30 | 8:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX200 | Delayed 12:35 AM 3:50 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h40 | 8:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX025 | Delayed 12:35 AM 5:45 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h25 | 10:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX025 | Delayed 12:35 AM 5:45 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h35 | 10:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX230 | 6:00 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h50 | 10:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX230 | 6:00 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h40 | 10:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h10 | 9:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h00 | 9:30 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 · NX025 | Delayed 12:35 AM 7:55 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h20 | 12:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX025 | Delayed 12:35 AM 7:55 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h10 | 12:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX201 | Delayed 12:35 AM 9:20 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h30 | 1:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX201 | Delayed 12:35 AM 9:20 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h20 | 1:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX025 | Delayed 12:35 AM 12:15 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h20 | 5:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX025 | Delayed 12:35 AM 12:15 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h10 | 5:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h15 | 3:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h05 | 3:45 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 12:35 AM 1:55 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h15 | 6:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 12:35 AM 1:55 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h25 | 6:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX230 | 2:15 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h30 | 7:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX230 | 2:15 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h20 | 7:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h05 | 5:30 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h15 | 5:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX728 · NX025 | On time 4:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h00 | 9:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX728 · NX025 | On time 4:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h10 | 9:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h15 | 7:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h05 | 7:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX728 · NX025 | On time 6:15 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h25 | 10:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX728 · NX025 | On time 6:15 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h15 | 10:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX230 | 10:40 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h25 | 4:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX230 | 10:40 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h35 | 4:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Horley
Buses from Cambridge to Horley run on average 30 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 23:51. The fastest bus covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 1:35 AM |
Last bus 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Cambridge to HorleyYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Horley with FlixBus, National Express for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cambridge to Horley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Horley by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Horley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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