Horley to Luton train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Luton

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

$26

Average price

$26

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 35 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

80 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Horley to Luton will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Horley for Luton on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.

Thameslink
08:05AM1h35
Horley
09:40AMLuton
$261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Horley to Luton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Horley to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €16.

Distance: 49 miles (80 km)

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Most popular
Bus

€36

Average price

€22

Average price

Cheapest

2h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 55m

Average total duration

3h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Thameslink

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Horley to Luton train times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Luton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:04 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
thameslink8:05 AM Horley
1h35
9:40 AM Luton0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Horley to Luton?

The best time to book your train from Horley to Luton is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Horley to Luton route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Horley to Luton per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Horley to Luton.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Horley to Luton

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Trains from Horley to Luton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 35m.
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 $18 (€14)
Distance
49 miles (80 km)
Average train duration
1h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
$20 (€16)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 35m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:57
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 $18 (€14)

Train companies: Thameslink from Horley to Luton trainsThameslink trains will get you between Horley and Luton from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€22)
Thameslink frequency
24 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
Family area

FAQs: Trains from Horley to Luton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
FAQs
Visitors typically find that spending one to two days in Luton is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown House, and the charming local parks.
Train ticket prices from Horley to Luton can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $20 (€16), while the average price is around $44 (€36).
The cheapest way to get from Horley to Luton is by bus, with a cost of around $18 (€14).
In Luton, visitors can explore The Mall Luton for shopping and dining, enjoy family-friendly activities at Woodside Animal Farm, and shop for fresh produce and crafts at Luton Indoor Market. For outdoor activities, Stockwood Park offers a space for picnics and sports. For entertainment, The Galaxy provides a cinema and bowling alley. Key sights include the Stockwood Discovery Centre with its local history exhibits and gardens, Wardown House Museum and Gallery, Luton Hoo Estate with its gardens and golf course, Whipsnade Zoo, and The Hat Factory Arts Centre, which hosts performances and art exhibitions.
The train from Horley to Luton takes 1h 35m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Horley to Luton leaves at 12:01 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Luton.
Yes, there is a direct train from Horley to Luton. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The last train from Horley to Luton leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes, a day trip from Horley to Luton is feasible. The journey takes 1h 35m and the distance is 49 miles (80 km). Trains run with a frequency of 5 per day.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Horley to Luton.
The journey from Horley to Luton by train is generally not considered particularly scenic, as it mainly passes through urban and suburban areas, including parts of London, without significant natural landscapes or notable views.
The distance by train from Horley to Luton is 49 miles (80 km).
The train station in Horley that goes to Luton is Gatwick Airport (GTW), which connects to London Luton Airport (LUA).
There is no high speed train available from Horley to Luton.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Horley to Luton

Horley
Luton
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 Luton.
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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