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Stevenage Museum
Local museum covering Stevenage from early settlement to New Town development, with displays on everyday life and community history.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Stevenage among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £53, while a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 81 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 22m by train vs 1h 42m by car). Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Horley to Stevenage run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Local museum covering Stevenage from early settlement to New Town development, with displays on everyday life and community history.
Historic house interiors and art collections at nearby Knebworth House make this a strong cultural day trip from Stevenage.
Small free gallery in the town centre showing changing contemporary exhibitions, local artists and community-focused visual art.
Historic coaching street lined with independent shops, pubs and period buildings, ideal for a walk through Stevenage's older centre.
Large park with lakes, waterside paths and open green space, popular for walking, cycling and family outings.
Extensive woodland and meadows with marked trails, a local favourite for wildlife, dog walks and peaceful countryside views.
A Hertfordshire sausage made with herbs and seasoning, traditionally linked to nearby villages and long found on local pub menus.
A classic English dessert of stewed apples topped with a crumbly baked mixture. Common in Hertfordshire homes and pubs, especially in autumn.
Traditional English ale from Hertfordshire breweries, often served cask-conditioned in local pubs and valued for its regional brewing heritage.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and fresh flatbreads in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Modern Indian restaurant known for flavourful curries, tandoori dishes and a polished but relaxed setting in Stevenage Old Town.
Smart steakhouse-style venue specialising in grilled meats, burgers and cocktails, suited to a relaxed evening meal.
Stevenage is moderate for UK travel, with chain hotels, mid-priced dining and rail fares to London raising overall visitor costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Stevenage Station -> Event Island, Stevenage
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Stevenage 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 Stevenage, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Horley to Stevenage trains use the Gatwick Airport to Stevenage station pair. Use this guide to compare Horley and Stevenage train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Horley.
Wi-Fi is available at Horley. ATMs are available at Horley.
Ticket office support is available at Horley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Horley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Horley: Bike Parking.
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.
Stevenage 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 options are available at Stevenage.
Wi-Fi is available at Stevenage. ATMs are available at Stevenage.
Ticket office support is available at Stevenage.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stevenage: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stevenage: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stevenage: 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 the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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