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Compare bus, train, and flight for Doncaster to Horley
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $165.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$130 Average price | $272 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Doncaster to Horley:
A bus is $80 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Doncaster to Horley costing on average $130 (€106).
A bus is $222 (€182) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Doncaster to Horley costing on average $272 (€222).
Other travel options to Horley take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 7h 41m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (3h 8m by train vs 3h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $130 (€106) compared to roughly $70 (€57) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Doncaster to Horley train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Horley trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:42 AM Doncaster | 3h01 | 11:43 AM Horley | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Horley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Doncaster to Horley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€82) but you can travel from only $37 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (270 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€82) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains from Doncaster to Horley trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Doncaster and Horley from $37 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Trains from Doncaster to Horley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster to Horley by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Horley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Doncaster to Horley
Most Doncaster to Horley trains use the Doncaster to Gatwick Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Doncaster and Horley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Doncaster station do trains to Horley leave from?
Getting to Doncaster from Doncaster city centre
Doncaster train station facilities and services
Doncaster has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Doncaster.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Doncaster. ATMs are available at Doncaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Doncaster.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Doncaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Doncaster: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Doncaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text, Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: , Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Horley from Horley city centre
Horley train station facilities and services
Horley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Horley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Horley. ATMs are available at Horley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Horley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Horley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Horley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Horley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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