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Horley Museum
Small local history museum covering Horley’s past, with displays on village life, growth and community memories.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancing to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 40 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Lancing to Horley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Small local history museum covering Horley’s past, with displays on village life, growth and community memories.
Aviation museum by Gatwick with aircraft, cockpits and engines, offering a close look at regional flying history.
Historic house museum near Dorking with art, interiors and landscaped grounds, suitable for a rewarding day trip from Horley.
Town-centre green space with lawns, play areas and paths, ideal for a relaxed break close to shops and the station.
Riverside nature area with walking routes, ponds and wildlife habitats, popular for gentle outdoor time near the centre.
Large public park with open grass, woodland and a lake, well suited to walks, picnics and family visits.
A Sussex staple of fried potatoes and cabbage, often served with bacon or ham. It reflects nearby county cooking and old farmhouse thrift.
Slow-cooked beef in dark ale with root vegetables. A classic pub dish across Surrey and Sussex, suited to the area’s beer and coaching-inn heritage.
A traditional Sunday roast of beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, gravy and Yorkshire pudding. A beloved local pub and family meal in the region.
Stylish hotel restaurant serving modern British dishes in a smart, relaxed setting close to Gatwick and central Horley.
Well-known pub and restaurant for grills, classics and Sunday roasts. Friendly, traditional atmosphere popular with locals and travellers.
Contemporary British pub dining with steaks, burgers and seasonal mains. Comfortable setting suited to casual meals near Gatwick.
Moderate for the South East. Hotel and airport-area stays can be pricey, but pubs, casual dining and local buses are fairly standard for similar UK towns.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancing to Horley 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 Horley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lancing to Horley trains use the Lancing to Gatwick Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancing and Horley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lancing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Lancing.
Ticket office support is available at Lancing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lancing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lancing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street and a level crossing. 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: No, 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: No.
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.
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