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Compare coach and train 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 prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 9 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Horley to Merstham
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Trains from Horley to Merstham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 11m.
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 £5
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:41 |
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 £5
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Horley to Merstham trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Horley and Merstham from £5. 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
11m
Cheapest Price
£9
Thameslink frequency
20 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
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
£6
Southern frequency
9 a day
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.
A visit to Merstham typically requires one to two days to explore its local attractions and enjoy the scenic countryside surroundings.
Booking trains from Horley to Merstham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Horley to Merstham is 9 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Horley and Merstham. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Thameslink, Southern.
To get from Horley to Merstham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train journey from Horley to Merstham covers a distance of 9 km and takes approximately 11m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Horley to Merstham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The first train from Horley to Merstham leaves at 0:14.
The cheapest way to get from Horley to Merstham is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The last train from Horley to Merstham departs at 23:41.
Trains from Horley to Merstham run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Horley that goes to Merstham is Horley station (HOR), and it arrives at Merstham station (MHM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Horley to Merstham.
There is no night train service from Horley to Merstham.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Merstham.
Yes, a day trip from Horley to Merstham is feasible. The journey takes 11m and covers a distance of 9 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
The train journey from Horley to Merstham offers a suburban landscape with glimpses of the Surrey countryside, featuring rolling hills and green spaces, providing a pleasant but not overly dramatic scenic experience.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Merstham
Horley
Merstham
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 Merstham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
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
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Merstham is Merstham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Merstham for your journey to Merstham from Horley.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:10 - 19:35 Sunday 08:30 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station front, Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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