Horley to Bournemouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Horley to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for Nov 14

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$25

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 59 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

131 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Horley to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Horley to Bournemouth will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Horley for Bournemouth on Fri, Nov 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 14 the direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .

On Fri, Nov 14 the slowest buses will take 9 h 35 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.

FlixBus
06:35PM4h30
Horley
11:05PMBournemouth
$201One-way
0 transfers
National Express
06:45PM3h25
Horley
10:10PMBournemouth
$211One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:00PM3h20
Horley
01:20AMBournemouth
$261One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:30PM9h35
Horley
08:05AMBournemouth
$291One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:10PM4h05
Horley
12:15AMBournemouth
$301One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Horley to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Horley to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 81 miles (131 km)

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Bus
Train

€21

Average price

Cheapest

€35

Average price

4h 27m

Average total duration

3h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Southern

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Horley to Bournemouth Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$65
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$65
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
11:35AM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:40AM
Arrival Time
11:35AM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
11:35AM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$78
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
11:35AM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$78
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:05AM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
5h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:05AM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:15AM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
4h45
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:20PM
Arrival Time
04:05PM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
04:05PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
04:55PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:10PM
Arrival Time
04:55PM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
06:35PM
Duration
5h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:25PM
Arrival Time
06:35PM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$75
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$75
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
4h25
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$78
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$78
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:40PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
09:15PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:20PM
Arrival Time
09:15PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25PM
Arrival Time
10:05PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$75
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:35PM
Arrival Time
10:05PM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$75
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:25PM
Arrival Time
12:05AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:35PM
Arrival Time
12:05AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:45PM
Arrival Time
11:10PM
Duration
3h25
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55PM
Arrival Time
11:10PM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:20PM
Arrival Time
11:55PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$70
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
11:55PM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$70
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
01:15AM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:10PM
Arrival Time
01:15AM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
01:45AM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$64
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:45PM
Arrival Time
01:45AM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$64
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
02:20AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:10PM
Arrival Time
02:20AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
03:05AM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$64
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45PM
Arrival Time
03:05AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$64

Live departures

Horley to Bournemouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Bournemouth buses for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 7:07 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX206
Delayed
6:20 PM 7:30 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h05
2:25 PM 2:25 PMBournemouth, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2067:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h55
11:35 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · NX035
Delayed
12:20 PM 7:45 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h50
11:35 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX0358:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h35
11:35 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus9:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
5h25
2:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus9:15 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
5h15
2:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX206
Delayed
6:20 PM 10:00 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h50
2:25 PM 2:25 PMBournemouth, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX20610:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h40
1:50 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h55
4:00 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:15 AM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h45
4:00 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX035
On time
12:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h45
4:05 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX03512:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h35
4:05 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX206
Delayed
6:20 PM 1:00 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h55
4:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2061:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h45
4:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
5h20
6:35 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:25 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
5h10
6:35 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX035
On time
2:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h10
6:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX0352:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h00
6:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX0354:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h25
8:25 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX0354:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h10
8:25 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h20
9:00 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:50 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h10
9:00 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX206
Delayed
6:20 PM 5:10 PMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h05
9:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2065:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h55
9:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · NX035
On time
6:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h40
10:05 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX0356:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h30
10:05 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h40
12:05 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:35 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h30
12:05 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX206
On time
7:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h25
11:10 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2067:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h15
11:10 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus9:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h15
1:15 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus9:10 PM Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h05
1:15 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX206
On time
11:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h20
2:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX20611:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h10
2:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Horley to Bournemouth

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Buses from Horley to Bournemouth run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.

There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 3h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
81 miles (131 km)
Average bus duration
3h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
$18 (€15)
Buses per day
34
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Horley to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Horley to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
$20 (€17)
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Horley to Bournemouth

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Horley to Bournemouth can start from as little as $28 (€23) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Horley to Bournemouth is $48 (€39); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Horley to Bournemouth bus travel time is 4 h 15 min   for the 81 mile (130 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Horley to Bournemouth leaves at 12: 30AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Horley to Bournemouth leaves at 11: 45PM.
Yes, there are 10 direct buses a day from Horley to Bournemouth with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Horley to Bournemouth bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services between Horley and Bournemouth to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Bournemouth from Horley is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Horley to Bournemouth by bus is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Horley and Bournemouth including taking a bus or train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Horley to Bournemouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Horley to Bournemouth for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bournemouth are:
  • Bournemouth Beach, a popular sandy beach stretching for miles with a pier and various water activities
  • Bournemouth Pier, a Victorian-era pier offering entertainment, dining, and panoramic views of the coastline
  • Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, a historic house museum featuring a diverse collection of art and artifacts
  • Bournemouth Gardens, a series of beautiful gardens perfect for leisurely walks and picnics
  • St. Peter's Church, a historic church known for its stunning architecture and the resting place of Mary Shelley.
The best things to do in Bournemouth include:
  • Oceanarium, an aquarium featuring marine life from various global habitats
  • Lower Gardens, a well-maintained public park with floral displays and seasonal events
  • Boscombe Chine Gardens, a picturesque garden with a mini-golf course and water play area
  • Hengistbury Head, a nature reserve ideal for hiking and birdwatching
  • Bournemouth Aviation Museum, an interactive museum dedicated to the history of aviation.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Horley to Bournemouth depends on the bus company:
  • 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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Horley to Bournemouth, follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Horley to Bournemouth.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Horley to Bournemouth:
    • National Express
      • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Horley to Bournemouth:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Horley to Bournemouth.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Horley to Bournemouth with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Horley to Bournemouth with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Horley to Bournemouth with the following bus company: National Express.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Horley to Bournemouth

    Horley
    Bournemouth
    The major bus station for departures in Horley is Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) for your trip from Horley to Bournemouth.
    Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)Accessibility
    Amenities at bus station
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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