Horley to Stratford train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Stratford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct

Cheapest price on 20 Oct

£17

Average ticket price on 20 Oct

£18

Fastest journey on 20 Oct

1 h 15 m

Average journey duration on 20 Oct

1 h 24 m

Trains on 20 Oct

7

Distance

43 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Horley to Stratford will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

On Tue 20 Oct, we found 7 trains from Horley to Stratford, including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Thameslink
    8:051h28
    Horley
    9:33Stratford
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    18:051h28
    Horley
    19:33Stratford
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    9:051h28
    Horley
    10:33Stratford
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • London Overground
    7:581h20
    Horley
    9:18Stratford
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    11:051h28
    Horley
    12:33Stratford
    £171One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Horley to Stratford

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Trains from Horley to Stratford run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 49m.

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
43 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
49m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:58
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
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

Live departures

Horley to Stratford train times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Stratford trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW32967+Elizabeth lineC38001
On time
19:35 Horley station (HOR)
1h21
20:56 Stratford (London) (SRA)
1 change
ThameslinkW32967+SoutheasternP85371
On time
19:35 Horley station (HOR)
1h22
20:57 Stratford International (SFA)
1 change
ThameslinkW32967+Elizabeth lineC38001
On time
19:35 Horley station (HOR)
1h23
20:58 Maryland (MYL)
1 change
ThameslinkW32913+Elizabeth lineC38010
Delayed
18:53 19:51Horley station (HOR)
1h15
21:06 Maryland (MYL)
1 change
Tuesday 20 October
Thameslink7:04 Horley
1h32
8:36 Stratford0 changesdirect
London Overground7:58 Horley
1h20
9:18 Stratford0 changesdirect
Thameslink8:05 Horley
1h28
9:33 Stratford0 changesdirect
Thameslink9:05 Horley
1h28
10:33 Stratford0 changesdirect
Thameslink11:05 Horley
1h28
12:33 Stratford0 changesdirect
Thameslink18:05 Horley
1h28
19:33 Stratford0 changesdirect

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Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
52m
Cheapest Southern Price
£17
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a 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 Thameslink Duration
49m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£17
Thameslink frequency
10 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

London Overground

About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London Overground Duration
54m
Cheapest London Overground Price
£17
London Overground frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tube Duration
55m
Cheapest Tube Price
£17
Tube frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

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Things to do in Stratford

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  • Must visit

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Interactive museum inside Shakespeare's childhood home, exploring his family, writing, and Stratford background.

  • Must visit

Anne Hathaway's Cottage

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  • Recommended

Nash's House

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels are often pricier in peak season, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional.

FAQs: Horley to Stratford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Horley to Stratford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Horley to Stratford covers a distance of 43 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Horley to Stratford is 43 km.
The first train from Horley to Stratford leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Horley to Stratford departs at 23:58.
Trains from Horley to Stratford run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Horley to Stratford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Horley to Stratford.
There is no night train service from Horley to Stratford.
The train station in Horley that goes to Stratford is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Stratford (London) (SRA).
Booking trains from Horley to Stratford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Stratford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Stratford

Most Horley to Stratford trains use the Horley to Stratford (London) station pair, with some services arriving at Maryland. Use this guide to compare Horley and Stratford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Horley
Arrival train stations in Stratford

Which Horley station do trains to Stratford leave from?

Trains from Horley to Stratford leave from Horley. The station is 1 km from Horley city centre at Horley station, Victoria Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7NL.
HorleyHorley station, Victoria Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7NLWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Horley from Horley city centre

Bus624, 20, 324, 424 · 3m · £2 · every ~16 min

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.

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