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Horsham Museum and Art Gallery
The main local museum, covering Horsham district history, archaeology and everyday life through engaging permanent and temporary displays.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£87
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£124
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
4 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 20 m
Trains on 23 Sept
2
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Horsham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Horsham will cost around £124 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
To travel from Manchester to Horsham you need to make at least 2 changes.
W33932+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G26165
W34202+
W32903+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge
W33932+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G26165
W34202+
W32903+
Tube from London Euston to London BridgeOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Horsham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £321.
Distance: 299 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£100 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £321 Average Price | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Horsham:
A coach is £46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Horsham costing on average £100.
A coach is £267 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Horsham costing on average £321.
Other travel options to Horsham take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 50m.
Coach takes on average 6h 45m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (3h 50m by train vs 4h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £100 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Horsham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34202+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W32903 | 5:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h36 | 9:40 Horsham station (HRH) | 2 changes | |
W33932+ G26165+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 5:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h03 | 9:57 Horsham station (HRH) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Manchester to Horsham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 22:15 |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Horsham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Horsham trip today.
The main local museum, covering Horsham district history, archaeology and everyday life through engaging permanent and temporary displays.
A working open-air museum with historic buildings, crafts and farming displays. It is a strong day trip from Horsham for regional history.
A small specialist museum in Amberley with industrial exhibits, communications displays and historic craft demonstrations.
Horsham's central square, used for markets and events, with surrounding historic buildings, shops and easy access to the old town streets.
A spacious public park with lake, playgrounds, sports facilities and paths around the site of the former medieval castle.
A well-kept riverside park and nature area in south Horsham, popular for quiet walks, wildlife and family-friendly open space.
Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding with butter and a whole lemon inside. It is a rich county classic long associated with Sussex home cooking.
Chichester mussels are local Sussex coast mussels, often steamed simply to showcase their fresh, briny flavour from nearby waters.
Sussex smokie is smoked haddock topped with cheese, usually grilled in a creamy sauce. It is a pub and seafood classic linked to Sussex cooking.
Established Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza and classic mains in a friendly, dependable setting.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a smart but relaxed town-centre setting.
Refined Indian restaurant offering polished regional dishes and attentive service, suited to a leisurely dinner.
Horsham is moderate for UK travellers: dining and coffee are typical for the South East, while accommodation can be pricier than smaller towns. Local buses and rail links add manageable transport costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%. Cafés usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Horsham 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 Horsham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Horsham trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Horsham station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Horsham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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.
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