Horley to Bridgend train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Bridgend

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£169

Average price

£175

Fastest journey

3 h 50 m

Average duration

3 h 51 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

240 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Horley to Bridgend will cost around £175 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £169.

Fast trains

To travel from Horley to Bridgend you need to make at least 2 changes.

Thameslink
06:034h46
Horley
10:49Bridgend
£1691One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
07:124h37
Horley
11:49Bridgend
£1691One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
09:033h52
Horley
12:55Bridgend
£1781One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
10:033h52
Horley
13:55Bridgend
£1781One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
11:033h51
Horley
14:54Bridgend
£1781One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Horley to Bridgend

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Horley to Bridgend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £171.

Distance: 240 km

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Coach

£180

Average Price

£18

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Cheapest

4h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 55m

Average total duration

5h 25m

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30m

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Live departures

Horley to Bridgend train times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Bridgend trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink09:35 Horley
3h23
12:58 Bridgend2 changes
Sunday 21 December
thameslink06:03 Horley
4h46
10:49 Bridgend2 changes
thameslink07:12 Horley
4h37
11:49 Bridgend2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Horley to Bridgend

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Trains from Horley to Bridgend run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £171 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 3h 20m.

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 £18
Distance
240 km
Average train duration
3h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£171
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 20m
First train
04:11
Last train
21:13
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 £18

Train companies: Thameslink from Horley to Bridgend trainsThameslink trains will get you between Horley and Bridgend from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£169
Thameslink frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Horley to Bridgend train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A visit to Bridgend can be comfortably enjoyed over two to three days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Bryngarw Country Park, the town centre, and nearby coastal areas like Porthcawl.
Booking trains from Horley to Bridgend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Horley to Bridgend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £171, while the average price tends to be around £180.
The cheapest way to get from Horley to Bridgend is by coach, costing approximately £18.
The train journey from Horley to Bridgend offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the countryside of southern England and parts of Wales. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming rural landscapes along the route.
The train station in Horley that goes to Bridgend is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Bridgend station (BGN).
The train distance from Horley to Bridgend is 240 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Horley to Bridgend.
To get from Horley to Bridgend, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Horley to Bridgend covers a distance of 240 km and takes approximately 3h 20m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Horley to Bridgend leaves at 4:11.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Bridgend.
The last train from Horley to Bridgend departs at 21:13.
Trains from Horley to Bridgend run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Horley to Bridgend.
There is no night train service from Horley to Bridgend.
A day trip from Horley to Bridgend is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 20m. However, there are 4 train trips available per day.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Bridgend

Horley
Bridgend
The major train station for departures in Horley is Horley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horley for your trip from Horley to Bridgend.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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