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Horley Museum
Small local history museum covering Horley’s past, with displays on village life, growth and community memories.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£2
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
24 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
24 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reigate to Horley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reigate to Horley will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Reigate to Horley, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reigate to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 8 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£2 Average Price | £2 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reigate to Horley:
A coach is £0.11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reigate to Horley costing on average £2.
Other travel options to Horley take longer:
Coach takes on average 38m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (14m by train vs 16m by car). Tickets start at around £2 compared to roughly £2 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.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Southern.
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.
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Trains from Reigate to Horley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:47, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 24m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 0:47 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Small local history museum covering Horley’s past, with displays on village life, growth and community memories.
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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 Reigate 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 Reigate to Horley trains use the Reigate to Gatwick Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Reigate and Horley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Reigate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Reigate.
Wi-Fi is available at Reigate.
Ticket office support is available at Reigate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reigate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Reigate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reigate: 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 street and 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: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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