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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Horley
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Horley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Horley will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Horley on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.
9:12 AM2h31Leicester11:43 AMHorley$1011One-way0 transfers
- 9:12 AM2h31Leicester11:43 AMHorley$1011One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Horley
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. 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 $12, and a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$122 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Horley:
A bus is $104 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Horley costing on average $122 (€100).
Other travel options to Horley take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 44m.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (2h 6m by train vs 2h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $122 (€100) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leicester to Horley train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Horley trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM Leicester | 2h32 | 11:02 AM Horley | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:04 AM Leicester | 2h28 | 11:32 AM Horley | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Leicester | 2h32 | 12:02 PM Horley | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Horley
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Trains from Leicester to Horley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:43, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 1:43 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Horley trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Horley from $12 (€9). 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 Leicester to Horley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Horley 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 Horley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Horley
Most Leicester to Horley trains use the Leicester to Gatwick Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Horley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Horley leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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 main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Horley from Horley city centre
Horley train station facilities and services
Horley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Horley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Horley. ATMs are available at Horley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Horley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Horley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Horley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Horley: 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.
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