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Compare train for Horley to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$11 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Horley to Croydon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (23m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around $11 compared to roughly $7 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.
Travel optionsfrom Horley to Croydon
How to get from Horley to Croydon by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Horley to Croydon is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
W456242:48 AM 0h21 Horley station (HOR) 3:09 AM East Croydon (ECR) $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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W456242:48 AM 0h21 Horley station (HOR) 3:09 AM East Croydon (ECR) $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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W456242:48 AM 0h21 Horley station (HOR) 3:09 AM East Croydon (ECR) $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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W456353:48 AM 0h21 Horley station (HOR) 4:09 AM East Croydon (ECR) $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
W456331:48 AM 0h22 Horley station (HOR) 2:10 AM East Croydon (ECR) $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
W329534:45 AM 0h25 Horley station (HOR) 5:10 AM East Croydon (ECR) $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Horley and Croydon as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and arrive in East Croydon (ECR).
- Travel with Thameslink, Southern to go to Croydon by train.
- 5 direct trains per day with Thameslink, Southern.
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