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Compare coach and train for Horley to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£34 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Southampton is a coach with an average price of £33.
This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Southampton:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Southampton costing on average £34.
The fastest way to travel from Horley to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 9m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Horley and Southampton including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-12.23. The journey takes 2h 39m versus 1h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get to Southampton from Horley by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Horley to Southampton is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
19:453h00Horley22:45Southampton£151One-way0 changes
Cheapest
- 19:453h00Horley22:45Southampton£151One-way0 changes
Fastest
- 12:002h55Horley14:55Southampton£221One-way0 changes
Other options
- 13:254h05Horley17:30Southampton£161One-way0 changes
- 16:504h10Horley21:00Southampton£171One-way0 changes
- 19:303h55Horley23:25Southampton£171One-way0 changes
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Travel to Southampton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Horley to Southampton.
There are 2 options to travel between Horley and Southampton including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Southampton is a coach with an average price of £33.
This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Southampton:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Southampton costing on average £34.
The fastest way to travel from Horley to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 9m.
The Horley to Southampton distance is approximately 92 km.
The average frequency per day from Horley to Southampton is:
- Around 28 coaches per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Horley and Southampton as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Horley to Southampton:
- Trains mostly depart from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and arrive in Southampton Central (SOU).
- Coaches mostly depart from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South and arrive in Southampton, Coach Station.
- Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Fishbourne.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Horley to Southampton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Southampton by coach.
- Travel with Southern, South Western Railway to go to Southampton by train.
Omio customers who travel from Horley to Southampton often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Heathrow Airport, Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Southampton and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Horley to Southampton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
In Southampton, you can explore the New Forest National Park for hiking and cycling, take the Hythe Ferry for a scenic trip to Hythe, and enjoy shopping at Westquay Shopping Centre. Visit the Ocean Village Marina for dining and leisure activities, or relax at Southampton Common. Discover the city's history at the Tudor House and Garden, SeaCity Museum, and Solent Sky Museum. Art enthusiasts can visit the Southampton City Art Gallery, while theatre lovers can catch performances at the Mayflower Theatre.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Southampton allows you to explore key attractions such as the SeaCity Museum, Tudor House and Garden, and the vibrant waterfront.
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