Horley to Bournemouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Horley to Bournemouth

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£39

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

3 h 5 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

3 h 11 m

Buses on 12 Sept

46

Distance

131 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Horley to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Horley to Bournemouth will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

To travel from Horley to Bournemouth you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    20:453h50
    Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    0:35Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    20:354h00
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    0:35Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    21:553h20
    Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    1:15Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    17:403h20
    London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
    21:00Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    17:503h10
    Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
    21:00Bournemouth, Coach Station
    £171One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Horley to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Horley to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 131 km

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Most popular
Coach
Train

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£29

Average Price

4h 2m

Average total duration

3h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Southern

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Bournemouth is a coach with an average price of £21.

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

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Bournemouth costing on average £29.

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Bournemouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Horley and Bournemouth including taking a train and coach.

Live departures

Horley to Bournemouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Bournemouth coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX210 · NX03512:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h25
16:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03512:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h15
16:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h40
16:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h25
16:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus14:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h20
19:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03514:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h05
18:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus14:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h10
19:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03515:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h50
18:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h00
19:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:40 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h50
19:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX03516:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h55
19:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX03516:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h40
19:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX03517:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h05
21:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h40
21:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX03517:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h55
21:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:30 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h30
21:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus18:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h30
22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus18:30 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h20
22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03518:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h45
22:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03519:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h35
22:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03520:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h05
0:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus20:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h00
0:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03520:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h50
0:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus20:45 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h50
0:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus21:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h30
1:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03521:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h00
1:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus21:55 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
3h20
1:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03521:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h50
1:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03523:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h35
3:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03523:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h20
3:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0355:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h25
9:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX0355:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h25
9:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0356:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h10
9:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus7:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h20
12:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX0357:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h30
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX200 · NX0357:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h30
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0357:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h30
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h10
12:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0358:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h15
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX0359:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h50
13:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX0359:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h40
13:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h10
14:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:20 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
4h00
14:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03511:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h35
14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX03511:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h25
14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX03511:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h25
14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Horley to Bournemouth coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus or Metrobus offer coaches services from Horley to Bournemouth.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Horley to Bournemouth.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Horley to Bournemouth.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Horley to Bournemouth.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Horley to Bournemouth.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Horley to Bournemouth.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Horley to Bournemouth

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Buses from Horley to Bournemouth run on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 131 km distance in 3h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
131 km
Average bus duration
3h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
41
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
3h 30m
First bus
0:50
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
56 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus from Horley to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Horley to Bournemouth with National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£12
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest National Express Price
£44
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Metrobus Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Metrobus Price
£37
Metrobus frequency
10 a day

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Things to do in Bournemouth

Discover the best of Bournemouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bournemouth trip today.

  • Must visit

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

Town-centre museum with local history, archaeology and changing exhibitions in a Victorian villa beside Bournemouth's gardens.

  • Recommended

Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre

Small local museum on Hengistbury Head covering archaeology, wildlife and the headland's long human history in a scenic coastal setting.

The Gallery at The Library

Free gallery inside Bournemouth Library showing contemporary art exhibitions, talks and touring displays in a central location.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for a UK seaside resort. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London or Bath.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a casual meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafés.

FAQs: Horley to Bournemouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Bournemouth by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Horley to Bournemouth can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Horley to Bournemouth is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Horley to Bournemouth is 3h 30m to travel the 131 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Horley to Bournemouth leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Horley to Bournemouth leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Horley to Bournemouth with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Horley to Bournemouth, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus for the best way to get you to Bournemouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Horley and Bournemouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bournemouth from Horley is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Horley to Bournemouth is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Horley and Bournemouth including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Horley to Bournemouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Horley to Bournemouth for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Horley to Bournemouth depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Horley to Bournemouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Horley to Bournemouth:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Horley to Bournemouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Horley to Bournemouth. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Horley to Bournemouth with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Horley to Bournemouth with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Horley to Bournemouth with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Bournemouth

Most Horley to Bournemouth buses use the London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South to Bournemouth, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Horley and Bournemouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Horley
Arrival bus stations in Bournemouth

Which Horley station do buses to Bournemouth leave from?

Buses from Horley to Bournemouth leave from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South. The station is 2 km from Horley city centre at Gatwick Airport, South Terminal, Horley, Gatwick RH6 0NP, UK.
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)Horley, Gatwick RH6 0PJ, UKAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) from Horley city centre

Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) is 1 km from Horley city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus20 · 14m · £4 · every ~13 min
100 · 15m · £2 · every ~15 min

Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) bus station facilities and services

Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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