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Horsham Museum and Art Gallery
The main local museum, covering Horsham district history, archaeology and everyday life through engaging permanent and temporary displays.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Horsham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 218 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £114 Average Price | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Horsham:
A coach is £100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Horsham costing on average £114.
Other travel options to Horsham take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 24m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £31. The journey takes 5h 24m versus 3h 16m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
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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Buses from Nottingham to Horsham run on average 32 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 30 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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The main local museum, covering Horsham district history, archaeology and everyday life through engaging permanent and temporary displays.
A working open-air museum with historic buildings, crafts and farming displays. It is a strong day trip from Horsham for regional history.
A small specialist museum in Amberley with industrial exhibits, communications displays and historic craft demonstrations.
Horsham's central square, used for markets and events, with surrounding historic buildings, shops and easy access to the old town streets.
A spacious public park with lake, playgrounds, sports facilities and paths around the site of the former medieval castle.
A well-kept riverside park and nature area in south Horsham, popular for quiet walks, wildlife and family-friendly open space.
Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding with butter and a whole lemon inside. It is a rich county classic long associated with Sussex home cooking.
Chichester mussels are local Sussex coast mussels, often steamed simply to showcase their fresh, briny flavour from nearby waters.
Sussex smokie is smoked haddock topped with cheese, usually grilled in a creamy sauce. It is a pub and seafood classic linked to Sussex cooking.
Established Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza and classic mains in a friendly, dependable setting.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a smart but relaxed town-centre setting.
Refined Indian restaurant offering polished regional dishes and attentive service, suited to a leisurely dinner.
Horsham is moderate for UK travellers: dining and coffee are typical for the South East, while accommodation can be pricier than smaller towns. Local buses and rail links add manageable transport costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%. Cafés usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Horsham 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 Horsham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nottingham to Horsham buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Horsham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nottingham, University of Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Bike Parking.
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) is 5 km from Nottingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). ATMs are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Wheelchair accessible paths available.
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