How to travel from Horley to Plymouth

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Compare bus and train for Horley to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Horley to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a train costs an average of $303.

Distance: 182 miles (294 km)

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$37

Average price

Cheapest

$303

Average price

7h 4m

Average total duration

6h 34m

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5h 14m

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Fastest

4h 44m

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30m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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from Horley to Plymouth

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

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

  • National Express
    10:30 PM14h35
    Horley
    1:05 PMPlymouth
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    10:30 PM14h35
    Horley
    1:05 PMPlymouth
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    11:25 PM10h25
    Horley
    9:50 AMPlymouth
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    11:30 PM14h35
    Horley
    2:05 PMPlymouth
    $541One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Horley to Plymouth

Travel to Plymouth 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 Plymouth.

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There are 2 options to travel between Horley and Plymouth including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Plymouth is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

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

A bus is $265 (€214) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Plymouth costing on average $303 (€245).

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Plymouth is by train with an average journey time of 5h 14m.

Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 4m.

The distance from Horley to Plymouth is approximately 182 miles (294 km).
The average frequency per day from Horley to Plymouth is:
  • Around 25 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Horley to Plymouth:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Newquay Cornwall Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and arrive in Plymouth station (PLY).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North and arrive in Plymouth, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Horley to Plymouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Metrobus to go to Plymouth by bus.
  • Travel with Thameslink, Southern to go to Plymouth by train.
Omio customers who travel from Horley to Plymouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Bristol Airport, Exeter, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Plymouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Plymouth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore Plymouth's historic sites, maritime heritage, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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