4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Horley
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Horley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Horley will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nottingham for Horley on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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.
6:10 PM3h03Nottingham9:13 PMHorley$401One-way0 transfers- 8:50 AM2h53Nottingham11:43 AMHorley$881One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM2h53Nottingham11:43 AMHorley$881One-way0 transfers
- 6:10 PM3h03Nottingham9:13 PMHorley$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Horley
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. 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 $15, and a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 129 miles (209 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$92 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Nottingham to Horley:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Horley costing on average $92 (€75).
Other travel options to Horley take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 21m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (2h 43m by train vs 3h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $92 (€75) compared to roughly $59 (€48) 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Horley
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Trains from Nottingham to Horley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:43, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (209 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 129 miles (209 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 1:43 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Horley trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Horley from $15 (€12). 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 Nottingham to Horley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Horley
Most Nottingham to Horley trains use the Nottingham to Gatwick Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Horley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Horley leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. 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 public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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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