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Trip Summary
There are 14 daily trains from Horley to Cambridge. Traveling by train from Horley to Cambridge usually takes around 2 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Thameslink train can make the trip in one hour and 54 minutes.
Distance | 72 mi (117 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 54m |
Lowest price | €42.75 |
Trains per day | 6 |
Most frequent service | Thameslink |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Horley to Cambridge?
2 train services operate from Horley to Cambridge. Thameslink usually has more trains scheduled, with 9 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Thameslink | 9 | 2h 1m | €42.75 |
Thameslink + Connections | 5 | 2h 14m | €42.75 |
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage between Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire, and London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.
Thameslink + Connections train tickets from Horley to Cambridge start from €43, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Cambridge. Thameslink + Connections in Horley leaves from Gatwick Airport Station . And in Cambridge trains arrive at Cambridge North .
From Horley to Cambridge train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 2 hours and 14 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cambridge faster, Thameslink + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 54 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Horley to Cambridge are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Horley at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 14 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Cambridge. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cambridge to Horley.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Horley?
Main departure station: Gatwick Airport South Terminal (LGW)
There is one train station in Horley.
All train stations in Horley:
Gatwick Airport South Terminal (LGW)
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main arrival station: Station Road
Cambridge receives travelers from Horley at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
Cambridge North
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