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Trip Summary
You can pick from 14 daily train trips between Horley and Watford. The average train journey from Horley to Watford takes one hour and 27 minutes, but some Southern + Connections train trips are as short as one hour and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 35 mi (56 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 18m |
| Lowest price | €19.41 |
| Most frequent service | Southern + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Horley to Watford?
2 train services operate from Horley to Watford. Southern + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 12 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern + Connections | 12 | 1h 25m | €21.16 |
| Thameslink + Connections | 2 | 1h 47m | €21.51 |
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 + Connections train tickets from Horley to Watford start from €19, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Watford. Thameslink + Connections in Horley leaves from Gatwick Airport Station . And in Watford trains arrive at Carpenders Park .
From Horley to Watford train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 1 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Watford faster, Thameslink + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 18 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Horley to Watford are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Saturday 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. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Watford 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 Watford?
Main arrival station: Bushey
Watford receives travelers from Horley at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Watford:
Bushey
Carpenders Park
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