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Compare train and coach for Horley to Merstham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Merstham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 9 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Merstham:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Merstham costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Merstham take longer:
Coach takes on average 48m.
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Why should you book Horley to Merstham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Horley to Merstham.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Horley to Merstham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Horley to Merstham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Horley to Merstham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Horley to Merstham
Trains from Horley to Merstham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 11m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 23:53 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Horley to Merstham trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Horley and Merstham from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Horley to Merstham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Merstham 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 Merstham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Merstham
Most Horley to Merstham trains use the Gatwick Airport to Merstham station pair. Use this guide to compare Horley and Merstham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Horley from Horley city centre
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.
Which Merstham station do trains from Horley arrive at?
Merstham train station facilities and services
Merstham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Merstham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Merstham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Merstham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Merstham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Merstham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platform 1 (to London) from main entrance. Step-free access to platform 2 (to Redhill) from rear entrance via steep access path, route approximately 1100m from main entrance. No step-free interchange between 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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