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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Horley
Showing times and prices for 24 Aug
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
213 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Horley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Horley will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Cardiff for Horley every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:503h42Cardiff14:32Horley£531One-way0 changes- 9:193h43Cardiff13:02Horley£651One-way0 changes
- 9:163h46Cardiff13:02Horley£791One-way0 changes
- 10:503h42Cardiff14:32Horley£531One-way0 changes
- 9:193h43Cardiff13:02Horley£651One-way0 changes
- 9:163h46Cardiff13:02Horley£791One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Horley
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 213 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£68 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Cardiff to Horley train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Horley trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:35 Cardiff | 4h06 | 12:41 Horley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:20 Cardiff | 3h39 | 0:59 Horley | 0 changesdirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cardiff to Horley?
The best time to book your train from Cardiff to Horley is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cardiff to Horley route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cardiff to Horley per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cardiff to Horley.
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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Horley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Horley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 3h 16m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 4:16 |
Last train 22:01 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Horley trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Horley from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
£156
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Horley
Things to do in Horley
Discover the best of Horley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Horley trip today.
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Gatwick Aviation Museum
Aviation museum by Gatwick with aircraft, cockpits and engines, offering a close look at regional flying history.
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Polesden Lacey
Historic house museum near Dorking with art, interiors and landscaped grounds, suitable for a rewarding day trip from Horley.
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Horley Recreation Ground
Town-centre green space with lawns, play areas and paths, ideal for a relaxed break close to shops and the station.
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Riverside Garden Park
Riverside nature area with walking routes, ponds and wildlife habitats, popular for gentle outdoor time near the centre.
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Tilgate Park
Large public park with open grass, woodland and a lake, well suited to walks, picnics and family visits.
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Bubble and Squeak
A Sussex staple of fried potatoes and cabbage, often served with bacon or ham. It reflects nearby county cooking and old farmhouse thrift.
Steak and Ale Pie
Slow-cooked beef in dark ale with root vegetables. A classic pub dish across Surrey and Sussex, suited to the area’s beer and coaching-inn heritage.
Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding
A traditional Sunday roast of beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, gravy and Yorkshire pudding. A beloved local pub and family meal in the region.
The Restaurant at Nutfield Priory
Stylish hotel restaurant serving modern British dishes in a smart, relaxed setting close to Gatwick and central Horley.
Ye Olde Six Bells
Well-known pub and restaurant for grills, classics and Sunday roasts. Friendly, traditional atmosphere popular with locals and travellers.
The Farmhouse Pub
Contemporary British pub dining with steaks, burgers and seasonal mains. Comfortable setting suited to casual meals near Gatwick.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the South East. Hotel and airport-area stays can be pricey, but pubs, casual dining and local buses are fairly standard for similar UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
FAQs: Cardiff to Horley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Horley by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Horley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Horley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The train journey from Cardiff to Horley covers a distance of 213 km and takes approximately 3h 16m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Horley is 213 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Horley leaves at 4:16.
The last train from Cardiff to Horley departs at 22:01.
Trains from Cardiff to Horley run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Horley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Horley.
To get from Cardiff to Horley, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Horley.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Horley is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Horley is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Horley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff to Horley typically passes through a mix of urban and rural landscapes, offering views of the Welsh countryside, the Severn Estuary, and parts of the South of England, which many may find scenic.
A day trip from Cardiff to Horley is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 16m. There are 3 train services per day.
A visit to Horley typically requires one to two days, allowing time to explore local attractions and enjoy the nearby countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Horley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Horley
Most Cardiff to Horley trains use the Cardiff Central to Gatwick Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Horley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in Horley
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
CathaysCathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
City-centre transport
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
TrainCardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
BusC1 · 16m · every ~8 min
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Cardiff Queen StreetCardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Bus52, 57, 58 · 13m · £2 · every ~25 min
C1 · 21m · every ~8 min
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
HorleyHorley station, Victoria Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7NL
City-centre transport
Getting to Horley from Horley city centre
Bus624, 20, 324, 424 · 3m · £2 · every ~16 min
Horley train station facilities and services
Horley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Horley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Horley. ATMs are available at Horley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Horley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Horley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Horley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Horley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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