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Compare train and bus for Exeter to Horley
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€62 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Horley
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Trains from Exeter to Horley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $21 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 3h 47m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€16)
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€16)
Train companies: first_great_western from Exeter to Horley trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Horley from $21 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
$249 (€196)
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Exeter to Horley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.
Train ticket prices from Exeter to Horley can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $49 (€39), while the average price is around $78 (€62).
The train from Exeter to Horley takes 3h 47m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Exeter to Horley is 149 miles (241 km).
The first train from Exeter to Horley leaves at 12:02 AM.
The last train from Exeter to Horley leaves at 11:55 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Exeter to Horley.
There is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to Horley.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Exeter to Horley.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Horley is St James' Park (SJP), which connects to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Horley is by bus, with a cost of around $21 (€16).
The train journey from Exeter to Horley offers scenic views of the English countryside, including rolling hills, charming villages, and lush greenery, particularly during the sections passing through Devon and Surrey.
A day trip from Exeter to Horley is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 47m. The distance is 149 miles (241 km), and there are 8 train trips per day.
One to two days are generally sufficient to explore Horley, as it serves primarily as a convenient base for nearby attractions and Gatwick Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Horley.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter to Horley
Exeter
Horley
The major train station for departures in Exeter is St James' Park. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St James' Park for your trip from Exeter to Horley.
Amenities at train station
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Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for St James' Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
Amenities at train station
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ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Horley is Horley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horley for your journey to Horley from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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