The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Horley
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 32 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 $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Horley on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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 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 €9. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€70 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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
Leicester to Horley train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Horley trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. 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 | |
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Why should you book Leicester to Horley trains with Omio?
East Midlands Trains as well as east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Leicester to Horley. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Horley.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Horley.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While East Midlands Trains tickets can be bought on East Midlands Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of east_midlands_trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Leicester to Horley.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Horley
Trains from Leicester to Horley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 00:44 |
Last train 22:52 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Horley trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Horley from $11 (€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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay 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 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- 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: Coaches leave from the Station front
- 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
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