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Horley Museum
Small local history museum covering Horley’s past, with displays on village life, growth and community memories.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Horley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Horley will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
To travel from Derby to Horley you need to make at least one change.

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Take a train from Derby to Horley and enjoy the approximately 214 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 02:49, the last at 22:36.
Distance 214 km |
First train 2:49 |
Last train 22:36 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Derby to Horley.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Horley trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:39 Derby | 3h07 | 7:46 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:30 Derby | 2h42 | 8:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:02 Derby | 2h42 | 8:44 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:28 Derby | 2h46 | 9:14 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:05 Derby | 2h37 | 9:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:32 Derby | 2h40 | 10:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:06 Derby | 2h36 | 10:42 Horley | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Horley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Horley trip today.
Small local history museum covering Horley’s past, with displays on village life, growth and community memories.
Aviation museum by Gatwick with aircraft, cockpits and engines, offering a close look at regional flying history.
Historic house museum near Dorking with art, interiors and landscaped grounds, suitable for a rewarding day trip from Horley.
Town-centre green space with lawns, play areas and paths, ideal for a relaxed break close to shops and the station.
Riverside nature area with walking routes, ponds and wildlife habitats, popular for gentle outdoor time near the centre.
Large public park with open grass, woodland and a lake, well suited to walks, picnics and family visits.
A Sussex staple of fried potatoes and cabbage, often served with bacon or ham. It reflects nearby county cooking and old farmhouse thrift.
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.
A traditional Sunday roast of beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, gravy and Yorkshire pudding. A beloved local pub and family meal in the region.
Stylish hotel restaurant serving modern British dishes in a smart, relaxed setting close to Gatwick and central Horley.
Well-known pub and restaurant for grills, classics and Sunday roasts. Friendly, traditional atmosphere popular with locals and travellers.
Contemporary British pub dining with steaks, burgers and seasonal mains. Comfortable setting suited to casual meals near Gatwick.
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.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Horley.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.

Most Derby to Horley trains use the Derby to station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Horley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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