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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
£165
Average price
£165
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Horley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Horley will cost around £165 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.
To travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Horley you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Horley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £165.
Distance: 246 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£165 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Horley trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h44 | 17:37 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h57 | 18:07 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h44 | 18:37 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h32 | 18:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h43 | 19:36 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h56 | 20:06 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 20:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:11 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h31 | 20:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 21:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h32 | 21:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h49 | 22:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 23:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 3h25 | 1:18 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 3h32 | 2:25 Horley | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
![]() | 6:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 9:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h49 | 10:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h51 | 11:01 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 11:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h32 | 11:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 12:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h32 | 12:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 13:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h32 | 13:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 14:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h32 | 14:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 15:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h32 | 15:42 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h38 | 16:31 Horley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h57 | 17:07 Horley | 1 change | |
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Horley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £165 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £165 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 22:04 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Horley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Horley trip today.
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 Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Horley trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Gatwick Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Horley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Available at Longport: Parking.
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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