How to travel from Swindon to Horley

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Compare train and bus for Swindon to Horley

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. 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 $61, while a train costs an average of $61.

Distance: 74 miles (120 km)

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$61

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$61

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$33

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 43m

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2h 35m

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2h 5m

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1h 58m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Horley is a bus with an average price of $61.

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

A bus is $0.04 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Horley costing on average $61.

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Horley is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Horley take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swindon and Horley including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Swindon to Horley among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $61 compared to roughly $33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.81. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 58m 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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from Swindon to Horley

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

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

  • National Express
    7:35 PM5h20
    Swindon
    12:55 AMHorley
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    7:35 PM5h20
    Swindon
    12:55 AMHorley
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    8:10 AM3h10
    Swindon
    11:20 AMHorley
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    6:00 PM3h35
    Swindon
    9:35 PMHorley
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Swindon 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 Swindon to Horley.

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There are 2 options to travel between Swindon and Horley including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Horley is a bus with an average price of $61.

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

A bus is $0.04 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Horley costing on average $61.

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Horley is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Horley take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 13m.

The distance from Swindon to Horley is approximately 74 miles (120 km).
The average frequency per day from Swindon to Horley is:
  • Around 32 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swindon 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 Swindon to Horley:
  • Trains mostly depart from Swindon station (SWI) and arrive in Gatwick Airport (GTW).
  • Buses mostly depart from Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) and arrive in London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Swindon to Horley, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Horley by bus.
  • Travel with Thameslink, Great Western Railway to go to Horley by train.
Omio customers who travel from Swindon 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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