The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Sheffield
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horley to Sheffield will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 1 trains that leave Horley for Sheffield on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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 Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. 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 €24, and a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€63 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Horley to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Horley to Sheffield trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:37 PM Horley | 8h43 | 8:20 AM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Horley to Sheffield
Trains from Horley to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 02:45 |
Last train 22:19 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Horley to Sheffield trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Horley and Sheffield from $30 (€24). 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 Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Horley to Sheffield
- 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 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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