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Alton to Horley by train

First train

04:42

Last train

21:44

Departure station

Alton

Arrival station

Horley

Journey time

From 1h 47m

Distance

35 miles (56 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Taking the train from Alton to Horley in 1 hour 47 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Alton to Horley? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 2 minutes to travel the 35 miles (56 km) from Alton to Horley by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to Horley. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Alton to Horley in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Horley by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Alton to Horley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Alton to Horley take?

The average journey time by train between Alton and Horley is 2 hours and 2 minutes, with around 12 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Alton and Horley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alton to Horley is 1 hour and 47 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Alton to Horley?

No, there are no direct train services from Alton to Horley. Travelling from Alton to Horley by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Alton to Horley leave?

The first train from Alton to Horley leaves at 04:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alton to Horley leave?

The last train from Alton to Horley leaves at 21:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Alton and Horley by train?

Trains travelling from Alton to Horley cover a distance of around 35 miles (56 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Horley to Alton.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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