Horley to Taunton train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Taunton

Showing times and prices for 03 Jan

Cheapest price

£99

Average price

£99

Fastest journey

4 h 6 m

Average duration

4 h 6 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

206 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Horley to Taunton will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Horley for Taunton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.

Great Western Rail
03:444h06
Horley
07:50Taunton
£991One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Horley to Taunton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Horley to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £153.

Distance: 206 km

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£154

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£23

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Live departures

Horley to Taunton train times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Taunton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 3 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western03:44 Horley
4h06
07:50 Taunton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Horley to Taunton

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Trains from Horley to Taunton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £153 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 2h 53m.

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 £13
Distance
206 km
Average train duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£153
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 53m
First train
01:27
Last train
21:41
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 £13

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Horley to Taunton trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Horley and Taunton from £13. 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
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
£152
Thameslink frequency
11 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
3h 18m
Cheapest Price
£151
Southern frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Horley to Taunton train

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

FAQs
To fully explore Taunton, a visit of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to enjoy its local attractions, parks, and historic sites.
The train distance from Horley to Taunton is 206 km.
Booking trains from Horley to Taunton 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 Taunton covers a distance of 206 km and takes approximately 2h 53m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Horley to Taunton leaves at 1:27.
The cost of a train ticket from Horley to Taunton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £153, while the average price tends to be around £154.
A day trip from Horley to Taunton is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 53m. Trains run 3 times per day.
The last train from Horley to Taunton departs at 21:41.
The cheapest way to get from Horley to Taunton is by coach, costing approximately £13.
The train journey from Horley to Taunton offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with scenic views of the English countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages along the way, particularly as you travel through the picturesque areas of Somerset.
Trains from Horley to Taunton run approximately 3 times per day.
The train station in Horley that goes to Taunton is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Taunton station (TAU).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Horley to Taunton.
To get from Horley to Taunton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Horley to Taunton.
There is no night train service from Horley to Taunton.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Taunton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Taunton

Horley
Taunton
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 Taunton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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