The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Exeter
Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
7 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horley to Exeter will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
Of the 2 trains that leave Horley for Exeter on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 7 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 27 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Horley to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Horley to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 3m. 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 €18, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€92 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Horley to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Horley to Exeter trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:03 AM Horley | 4h21 | 10:24 AM Exeter | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:34 AM Horley | 5h09 | 11:43 AM Exeter | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Horley | 3h37 | 12:10 PM Exeter | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:03 AM Horley | 3h57 | 1:00 PM Exeter | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:04 AM Horley | 4h39 | 1:43 PM Exeter | 3 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets Horley to Exeter by train or bus
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Why should you book Horley to Exeter trains with Omio?
South Western Railway as well as Thameslink and Southern offer trains services from Horley to Exeter. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Horley to Exeter.
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink and Southern to find the best option for your trip from Horley to Exeter.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Horley to Exeter.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While South Western Railway tickets can be bought on South Western Railway's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Thameslink and Southern to help you choose the right option for your journey from Horley to Exeter.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Horley to Exeter.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Horley to Exeter
Trains from Horley to Exeter run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern from Horley to Exeter trainsSouth Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Horley and Exeter from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Horley to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Horley to Exeter
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
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