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Trip Summary
17 trains operate daily from Horley to Lewes. The train trip from Horley to Lewes is usually about 48 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Southern train can get you there in as little as 29 minutes.
| Distance | 22 mi (36 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 29m |
| Lowest price | €16.92 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | Southern |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Horley to Lewes
See more detailsWhich train should you take from Horley to Lewes?
There are 3 train lines with service from Horley to Lewes. Southern is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 15 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick Express | 1 | 0h 56m | €16.92 |
| Southern | 15 | 0h 45m | €17.01 |
| Thameslink | 1 | 1h 17m | €16.92 |
The Gatwick Express is a train service that provides direct travel between Victoria station and Gatwick Airport railway station, with intermediate stops at Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, Hassocks, and Preston Park. The trains operate on a half-hourly schedule and provide standard, non-reserved seating as well as first-class compartments. The trains also offer additional luggage storage spaces and free WiFi for passengers.
Southern Railway is part of the British rail network serving stations predominantly between central London and the British south coast. Destinations include Brighton, Gatwick Airport, and Worthing. WiFi and accessible restrooms are available on most trains, plus the option to upgrade to a first-class ticket with extra legroom.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Horley to Lewes. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Horley at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. 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 17 scheduled trains on most days. 10 of these are direct connections to Lewes. 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 Lewes to Horley.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Horley?
Main departure station: Gatwick Airport Railway Station
There are two stations in Horley where you can board the train to Lewes.
All train stations in Horley:
Gatwick Airport Railway Station
Horley Station
Where is the train station in Lewes?
Main arrival station: Glynde Station
Lewes receives travelers from Horley at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Lewes:
Glynde Station
Lewes Train Station
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