How to travel from Horley to Oxford

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Compare train and bus for Horley to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Horley to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. 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 bus costs an average of $51, while a train costs an average of $56.

Distance: 62 miles (100 km)

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$51

Average price

Cheapest

$56

Average price

$28

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 9m

Average total duration

2h 39m

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30m

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2h 22m

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1h 52m

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30m

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1h 50m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Great Western Railway

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Oxford is a bus with an average price of $51 (€43).

This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Oxford:

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Oxford costing on average $56 (€47).

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 22m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Horley and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Horley to Oxford among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $51 (€43) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$23 (-€19). The journey takes 2h 39m versus 1h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Horley to Oxford

How to get from Horley to Oxford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Horley to Oxford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:55 PM2h25
    Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    10:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:55 PM2h25
    Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    10:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayG15124 · G14990+SouthernG27016_C93200
    5:55 AM2h21
    Horley station (HOR)
    8:16 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $711One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • ThameslinkG28256+Great Western RailwayG14990+Elizabeth lineC37205
    5:51 AM2h25
    Horley station (HOR)
    8:16 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $421One-way
    2 transfers
  • SouthernG27016_C93200+Great Western RailwayY15414+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington
    5:55 AM2h47
    Horley station (HOR)
    8:42 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $421One-way
    2 transfers
  • ThameslinkW32953+Great Western RailwayG15123+CrossCountryG00849
    4:44 AM2h54
    Horley station (HOR)
    7:38 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $711One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:45 PM2h35
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    10:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Horley to Oxford

Travel to Oxford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Horley to Oxford.

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There are 2 options to travel between Horley and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Oxford is a bus with an average price of $51 (€43).

This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Oxford:

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Oxford costing on average $56 (€47).

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 22m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 9m.

The distance from Horley to Oxford is approximately 62 miles (100 km).
The average frequency per day from Horley to Oxford is:
  • Around 62 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Horley and Oxford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Horley to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Horley to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Southern, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway to go to Oxford by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Oxford by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Horley to Oxford:
  • 40 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Horley to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, London Paddington (PAD), Bath, London Heathrow Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oxford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Oxford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries, tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive art and archaeology collection, and walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden to enjoy diverse plant collections. Don't miss exploring the Covered Market with its local shops and eateries, and climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Some of the best sights include the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College.
For a fulfilling experience in Oxford, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its historic colleges, museums, and picturesque city center.

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