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Compare train and bus for Horley to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €57, while a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€57 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Tickets start at around €57 compared to roughly €21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€36. The journey takes 2h 6m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Horley to Canterbury by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Horley to Canterbury is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
4:52 PM 1h49 Horley 6:41 PM Canterbury €80 1 One-way 1 transfer
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4:52 PM 1h49 Horley 6:41 PM Canterbury €80 1 One-way 1 transfer
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4:52 PM 1h49 Horley 6:41 PM Canterbury €80 1 One-way 1 transfer
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4:21 PM 1h50 Horley 6:11 PM Canterbury €80 1 One-way 1 transfer6:35 AM 1h59 Horley 8:34 AM Canterbury €80 1 One-way 1 transfer9:35 AM 1h59 Horley 11:34 AM Canterbury €80 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Horley and Canterbury as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and arrive in Canterbury West (CBW).
- Buses mostly depart from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North and arrive in Canterbury, Bus Station.
- Travel with Southeastern, Thameslink to go to Canterbury by train.
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