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Preston Park Museum & Grounds
Stockton's main museum and art gallery presents local history, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions in an elegant town-centre setting.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horden to Thornaby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Thornaby take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 19m.
Tickets start at around $4 (€3) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $4 (€3). The journey takes 34m versus 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Northern Rail.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Horden to Thornaby trains for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:21 PM Horden | 0h35 | 7:56 PM Thornaby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Horden to Thornaby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
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Stockton's main museum and art gallery presents local history, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions in an elegant town-centre setting.
University art gallery in Middlesbrough showing contemporary exhibitions. It is valued for accessible programming and fresh regional perspectives.
Railway heritage museum in Darlington with locomotives and stories of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, crucial to local transport history.
Large riverside park with gardens, woodland, and a museum. It is one of the best nearby places for walking, relaxing, and family visits.
Historic high street across the river, known for its remarkable width, events, and links to Stockton's market heritage and civic buildings.
Regenerated riverside route by the Tees Barrage. Popular for walking and cycling, with water views and easy access to modern leisure spaces.
A Teesside staple of sliced ham or corned beef, pease pudding and stottie bread. It is a classic North East lunch tied to local bakeries and football days.
A sweet bun spiced with saffron and currants, long linked to Cleveland and the North East. Traditionally eaten toasted with butter at teatime.
A dense round flatbread from the North East, often split and filled with bacon, ham or sausage. It is a working-class bakery classic across Teesside.
Well-known riverside venue at nearby Yarm offering modern British dining, steaks and cocktails in a polished, contemporary setting.
Established Italian restaurant in Thornaby known for pasta, pizzas and a friendly, relaxed setting suited to families and casual dinners.
Popular casual grill restaurant serving parmos, burgers and spicy chicken dishes. Lively local atmosphere and generous portions.
More affordable than London and many UK cities, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs for most visitors.
Restaurants may add a service charge; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Thornaby Railway Station -> Stockton High Street, Thornaby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horden to Thornaby 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 Thornaby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Horden to Thornaby trains use the Horden to Thornaby station pair. Use this guide to compare Horden and Thornaby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Horden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Horden.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Horden: Parking.
Available at Horden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Horden: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Ramped access to each platform, lengthy ramps between platforms, please allow plenty of time, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station.
Thornaby is 2 km from Thornaby city centre. Public transport options include:
Thornaby has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Thornaby.
Wi-Fi is available at Thornaby.
Ticket office support is available at Thornaby.
Available at Thornaby: Parking, WC.
Available at Thornaby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornaby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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