Horley to Guildford train with Great Western Rail

Fri, Nov 07
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Guildford

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$38

Average price

$41

Fastest journey

46 m

Average duration

48 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

30 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Horley to Guildford will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Horley to Guildford without transferring at least once.

Thameslink
11:16PM0h46
Horley
12:02AMGuildford
$381One-way
1 transfer
Southern
05:55AM0h51
Horley
06:46AMGuildford
$421One-way
1 transfer
Southern
06:25AM0h56
Horley
07:21AMGuildford
$421One-way
1 transfer
Southern
06:55AM0h50
Horley
07:45AMGuildford
$421One-way
1 transfer
Thameslink
07:21AM0h51
Horley
08:12AMGuildford
$421One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Horley to Guildford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €18.

Distance: 18 miles (30 km)

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Bus

€17

Average price

Cheapest

€18

Average price

1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

1h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Horley to Guildford train times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Guildford trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:15 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Southern5:55 AM Horley
0h51
6:46 AM Guildford1 transfer
Southern6:25 AM Horley
0h56
7:21 AM Guildford1 transfer
Southern6:55 AM Horley
0h50
7:45 AM Guildford1 transfer
thameslink7:21 AM Horley
0h51
8:12 AM Guildford1 transfer
Southern7:55 AM Horley
0h47
8:42 AM Guildford1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Horley to Guildford

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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
Distance
18 miles (30 km)
Average train duration
43m
Cheapest ticket price
$14 (€12)
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
53m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:56

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Horley to Guildford start from as low as $14 (€12) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $21 (€17) depending on the train type and class.
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Southern from Horley to Guildford trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Horley and Guildford from $14 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
51m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€18)
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
$38 (€31)
Thameslink frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
$42 (€34)
Southern frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Horley to Guildford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Guildford 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 Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The distance by train from Horley to Guildford is 18 miles (30 km).
To fully experience Guildford, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows time to explore its historic sites, beautiful countryside, and enjoy local dining and shopping.
The first train from Horley to Guildford leaves at 12:03 AM.
Train ticket prices from Horley to Guildford can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $14 (€12), while the average price is around $21 (€17).
The last train from Horley to Guildford leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes, a day trip from Horley to Guildford is feasible with a journey time of 53m and a distance of 18 miles (30 km). Trains run 3 times per day.
There is no direct train service currently available from Horley to Guildford.
The cheapest way to get from Horley to Guildford is by train, with a cost of around $14 (€12).
The train journey from Horley to Guildford offers pleasant views of the Surrey countryside, with stretches of greenery and glimpses of charming villages along the route, making it a moderately scenic experience.
There is no high speed train available from Horley to Guildford.
The train from Horley to Guildford takes 53m and runs 3 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Guildford.
The train station in Horley that goes to Guildford is Gatwick Airport (GTW), which connects to Guildford station (GLD).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Horley to Guildford.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Horley to Guildford

Horley
Guildford
The major train station for departures in Horley is Horley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horley for your trip from Horley to Guildford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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