Horsham to Leicester train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horsham to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 13 Nov

Cheapest price

£80

Average price

£80

Fastest journey

2 h 39 m

Average duration

2 h 40 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

184 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Horsham to Leicester will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.

Fast trains

To travel from Horsham to Leicester you need to make at least one change.

Thameslink
05:252h43
Horsham
08:08Leicester
£801One-way
1 change
Thameslink
05:522h46
Horsham
08:38Leicester
£801One-way
1 change
Thameslink
06:073h01
Horsham
09:08Leicester
£801One-way
1 change
Thameslink
06:542h45
Horsham
09:39Leicester
£801One-way
1 change
Thameslink
07:242h44
Horsham
10:08Leicester
£801One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Horsham to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horsham to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £51.

Distance: 184 km

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Coach

£52

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 27m

Average total duration

5h 57m

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30m

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Live departures

Horsham to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Horsham to Leicester trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 00:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink08:55 Horsham
2h40
11:35 Leicester1 change
thameslink09:25 Horsham
2h40
12:05 Leicester1 change
thameslink09:55 Horsham
2h39
12:34 Leicester1 change
thameslink10:25 Horsham
2h41
13:06 Leicester1 change
thameslink10:55 Horsham
2h40
13:35 Leicester1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Horsham to Leicester by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Horsham to Leicester

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Trains from Horsham to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 2h 41m.

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 £12
Distance
184 km
Average train duration
2h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£51
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 41m
First train
04:41
Last train
21:55
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 £12

Train companies: Thameslink from Horsham to Leicester trainsThameslink trains will get you between Horsham and Leicester from £12. 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 41m
Cheapest Price
£52
Thameslink frequency
3 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

FAQs: Horsham to Leicester train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Horsham to Leicester is 184 km.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.
To get from Horsham to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Horsham to Leicester covers a distance of 184 km and takes approximately 2h 41m. Trains run 4 per day.
Booking trains from Horsham to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Horsham to Leicester leaves at 4:41.
The cost of a train ticket from Horsham to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The last train from Horsham to Leicester departs at 21:55.
Trains from Horsham to Leicester run approximately 4 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Horsham to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Horsham to Leicester.
The train station in Horsham that goes to Leicester is Horsham station (HRH), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
There is no night train service from Horsham to Leicester.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Horsham to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Horsham to Leicester.

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Important Stations and Airports in Horsham and Leicester

Horsham
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Horsham is Horsham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horsham for your trip from Horsham to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 06:10 - 20:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Convenience Store
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. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • 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: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on platforms 1, 2, 3 and 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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