How to travel from Nottingham to Horley

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Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Horley

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, while a train costs an average of $144.

Distance: 129 miles (209 km)

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$144

Average price

$42

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Cheapest

$59

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 30m

Average total duration

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3h 0m

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5h 55m

Average total duration

5h 25m

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30m

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3h 9m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Horley is a bus with an average price of $42.

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

A bus is $102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Horley costing on average $144.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Horley is by train with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Horley take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Horley including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham to Horley 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 $42 compared to roughly $59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17. The journey takes 5h 25m versus 3h 9m 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 Nottingham to Horley

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    11:45 PM5h05
    Nottingham
    4:50 AMHorley
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    11:45 PM5h05
    Nottingham
    4:50 AMHorley
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    11:45 PM5h05
    Nottingham
    4:50 AMHorley
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    2:50 PM5h30
    Nottingham
    8:20 PMHorley
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nottingham to Horley

Travel to Horley 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 Nottingham to Horley.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nottingham and Horley including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Horley is a bus with an average price of $42.

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

A bus is $102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Horley costing on average $144.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Horley is by train with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Horley take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Nottingham to Horley is approximately 129 miles (209 km).
The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Horley is:
  • Around 52 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham and Horley 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 Nottingham to Horley:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nottingham station (NOT) and arrive in Gatwick Airport (GTW).
  • Buses mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham to Horley, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with East Midlands Railway to go to Horley by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Horley by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nottingham to Horley:
  • 39 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Nottingham to Horley often also extend their vacation to go to Longford, London, Oxford, Brighton, Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Horley and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Horley to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
One to two days are generally sufficient to explore Horley, as it serves primarily as a convenient base for nearby attractions and Gatwick Airport.

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