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Gatwick Aviation Museum
Local aviation museum at Gatwick displaying airport and aircraft history. A strong choice for understanding the area’s defining industry.
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Horley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Horley will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leicester for Horley on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 176 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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.






Buses from Leicester to Horley run on average 63 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 44 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 63 |
Direct buses 44 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €33 |
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Horley buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX450 · NX025 | 6:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h25 | 11:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX450 · NX025 | 6:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h15 | 11:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h30 | 1:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX025 | 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h40 | 1:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX450 · NX025 | 9:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h15 | 2:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 1 transfer | |
NX450 · NX025 | 9:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h05 | 2:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
NX230 | 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h20 | 4:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h30 | 4:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 10:30 AM Leicester | 4h45 | 3:15 PM Horley | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Leicester | 4h15 | 7:35 PM Horley | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Leicester | 6h10 | 10:55 PM Horley | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Local aviation museum at Gatwick displaying airport and aircraft history. A strong choice for understanding the area’s defining industry.
Major county museum in nearby Reigate with archaeology, art, and local history collections in a historic setting.
Museum in Crawley tracing local heritage from ancient times to the new town era. Good for broader regional context.
Horley’s principal green space with play areas, sports facilities, and paths. A popular everyday park for relaxing outdoors.
Landscaped park with lakes and walking routes beside Gatwick. Excellent for plane spotting, exercise, and accessible fresh air.
Riverside green corridor with paths and wildlife interest. A pleasant local walk that contrasts with nearby airport activity.
A classic full English breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple across Surrey and Sussex area pubs, cafés and hotels.
Beer-battered local cod or haddock with chips. A beloved British comfort meal commonly eaten in Horley pubs and takeaways near Gatwick.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. This hearty pub dish is a long-standing everyday favourite in southern England.
Well-regarded contemporary Indian restaurant serving polished curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, comfortable setting in Horley.
Historic pub and hotel in central Horley known for British pub classics, cask ales and a traditional atmosphere close to the station.
Popular Turkish restaurant offering grilled meats, meze and warm service in a relaxed dining room near Horley town centre.
Moderate for South East England. Hotels near Gatwick can be pricey, but dining and local transit are generally similar to other UK airport towns.
Restaurants often add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, round up or tip 10%. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.

Most Leicester to Horley buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Horley bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leicester, Braunstone is 3 km from Leicester city centre. Public transport options include:
Leicester, Braunstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack outlets in the nearby vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester, Braunstone. ATMs are available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Available at Leicester, Braunstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester, Braunstone: Basic wheelchair accessibility.
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) is 1 km from Horley city centre. Public transport options include:
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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