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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Portslade
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
59 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
1 h 29 m
Trains on 12 Sept
5
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley to Portslade is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horley to Portslade will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Horley to Portslade you need to make at least one change.
C82317 · X047935:570h59Horley station (HOR)6:56Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
W45564+G885491:522h47Horley station (HOR)4:39Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change- C82691 · G881850:261h02Horley station (HOR)1:28Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
- W45519+X047914:261h34Horley station (HOR)6:00Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
- X04792+W455165:281h04Horley station (HOR)6:32Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
- C82317 · X047935:570h59Horley station (HOR)6:56Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
- C82691 · G881850:261h02Horley station (HOR)1:28Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
- X04792+W455165:281h04Horley station (HOR)6:32Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
- W45519+X047914:261h34Horley station (HOR)6:00Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
- W45564+G885491:522h47Horley station (HOR)4:39Portslade station (PLD)£201One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Horley to Portslade
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Portslade among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 37 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Portslade:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Horley to Portslade costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Portslade take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 3m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.89. The journey takes 39m versus 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Horley to Portslade train times
The table below shows live departures for Horley to Portslade trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C82691 · G88186 | Delayed 23:26 0:26Horley station (HOR) | 1h02 | 0:46 0:46Portslade station (PLD) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
| C82691 · G88185 | On time 0:26 Horley station (HOR) | 1h02 | 1:28 Portslade station (PLD) | 1 change | |
| W45564+G88549 | 1:52 Horley station (HOR) | 2h47 | 4:39 Portslade station (PLD) | 1 change | |
| W45519+X04791 | On time 4:26 Horley station (HOR) | 1h34 | 6:00 Portslade station (PLD) | 1 change | |
| W45516+X04792 | On time 5:28 Horley station (HOR) | 1h04 | 6:32 Portslade station (PLD) | 1 change | |
| C82317 · X04793 | 5:57 Horley station (HOR) | 0h59 | 6:56 Portslade station (PLD) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Horley to Portslade
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Horley to Portslade run on average 6 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 40m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:56 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Southern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink from Horley to Portslade trainsSouthern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink trains will get you between Horley and Portslade from £14. 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 Portslade train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Portslade 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 Portslade, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Portslade
Most Horley to Portslade trains use the Gatwick Airport to Portslade station pair, with some services arriving at Fishersgate. Use this guide to compare Horley and Portslade 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 Portslade station do trains from Horley arrive at?
Getting to Portslade from Portslade city centre
Portslade train station facilities and services
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Fishersgate from Portslade city centre
Fishersgate is 1 km from Portslade city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Fishersgate train station facilities and services
Fishersgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Cafe
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fishersgate: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Fishersgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fishersgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via footbridge with steps, or long step-free route via street (700m). Platform has restricted width which may hinder use of train to platform ramps. Assistance Meeting Point is at the Help Point, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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