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Horley Museum
Small local history museum covering Horley’s past, with displays on village life, growth and community memories.
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
214 km
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 £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 1 trains that leave Derby for Horley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 214 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£72 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Horley trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 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 | |
![]() | 8:32 Derby | 2h40 | 11:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:08 Derby | 2h34 | 11:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:32 Derby | 2h40 | 12:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:08 Derby | 2h34 | 12:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:32 Derby | 2h40 | 13:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:08 Derby | 2h34 | 13:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:32 Derby | 2h40 | 14:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:09 Derby | 2h33 | 14:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:32 Derby | 2h40 | 15:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:08 Derby | 2h34 | 15:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:32 Derby | 2h40 | 16:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:08 Derby | 2h34 | 16:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:32 Derby | 2h40 | 17:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:08 Derby | 2h34 | 17:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:32 Derby | 2h40 | 18:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:08 Derby | 2h34 | 18:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:32 Derby | 2h40 | 19:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:08 Derby | 2h34 | 19:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:34 Derby | 2h38 | 20:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:09 Derby | 2h33 | 20:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:32 Derby | 2h40 | 21:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:09 Derby | 2h33 | 21:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:32 Derby | 2h40 | 22:12 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:09 Derby | 2h33 | 22:42 Horley | 1 change | |
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Trains from Derby to Horley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:49, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
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 14 days |
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.
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 Gatwick Airport 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.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Horley.
Wi-Fi is available at Horley. ATMs are available at Horley.
Ticket office support is available at Horley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Horley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Horley: Bike Parking.
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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