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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Sheffield
Showing times and prices for 16 Apr
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
261 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horley to Sheffield will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
Fast trains
To travel from Horley to Sheffield you need to make at least one change.
3:483h54Horley7:42Sheffield£1001One-way1 change- 4:443h19Horley8:03Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
- 5:513h15Horley9:06Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
- 6:213h21Horley9:42Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
- 6:473h17Horley10:04Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
- 9:513h10Horley13:01Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
- 7:513h13Horley11:04Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
- 10:513h13Horley14:04Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
- 8:513h14Horley12:05Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
- 5:513h15Horley9:06Sheffield£1001One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Horley to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 261 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£104 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Horley to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Horley to Sheffield trains for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W59285+ Y12260 | On time 7:21 Horley station (HOR) | 3h20 | 10:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
 W60458+ Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+ C40795+ L36567 | On time 7:28 Horley station (HOR) | 3h41 | 11:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3 changes | |
W59427+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+C40797+ C75200 | On time 7:35 Horley station (HOR) | 3h46 | 11:21 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3 changes | |
| W59287+Y12263 | On time 7:51 Horley station (HOR) | 3h14 | 11:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| W59289+Y12265 | On time 8:21 Horley station (HOR) | 3h23 | 11:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| W59292+Y12268 | On time 8:51 Horley station (HOR) | 3h10 | 12:01 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Horley to Sheffield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Horley to Sheffield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:14, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 3h 7m.
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 £16
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 1:14 |
Last train 22:26 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 £16
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Horley to Sheffield trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Horley and Sheffield from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
£34
East Midlands Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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 7m
Cheapest Price
£97
Thameslink frequency
1 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
FAQs: Horley to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Horley to Sheffield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £97, while the average price tends to be around £104.
The train journey from Horley to Sheffield covers a distance of 261 km and takes approximately 3h 7m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Horley to Sheffield is 261 km.
The first train from Horley to Sheffield leaves at 1:14.
The last train from Horley to Sheffield departs at 22:26.
Trains from Horley to Sheffield run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Horley to Sheffield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Horley to Sheffield.
To get from Horley to Sheffield, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Horley to Sheffield.
The train station in Horley that goes to Sheffield is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Sheffield station (SHF).
The cheapest way to get from Horley to Sheffield is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Horley to Sheffield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Horley to Sheffield offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, especially as it passes through the South Downs and the Midlands. While not the most scenic route in the UK, passengers can enjoy glimpses of rolling hills and picturesque landscapes along the way.
A day trip from Horley to Sheffield is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 7m, and trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 261 km.
In Sheffield, you can explore the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park, visit the Sheffield Winter Garden with its wide range of exotic plants, and enjoy art at the Graves Gallery. Walk the scenic Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, or catch a performance at the Crucible Theatre. Discover the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and learn about steelmaking at the Kelham Island Museum. Art and design enthusiasts can visit the Millennium Gallery, while those interested in history can explore Sheffield Cathedral and the Weston Park Museum.
Sheffield can be explored comfortably in 2 to 3 days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Peak District, Kelham Island Museum, and the Sheffield Botanical Gardens.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Sheffield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Sheffield
Horley
Sheffield
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 Sheffield.
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 Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your journey to Sheffield from Horley.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Sheffield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Meadowhall
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
7 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Woodhouse
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop-off in the bus bays on the railway bridge.
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