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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 Horsham to Stevenage among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 94 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 2m faster (1h 46m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£14 vs £18). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Horsham to Stevenage run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 21:06 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 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 Horsham 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 Horsham to Stevenage trains use the Horsham to Stevenage station pair. Use this guide to compare Horsham and Stevenage train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Horsham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Horsham.
Wi-Fi is available at Horsham. ATMs are available at Horsham.
Ticket office support is available at Horsham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Horsham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Horsham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Horsham: 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.
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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