The average train between Plymouth and Caterham takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Caterham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Plymouth and Caterham. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Caterham at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 41m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Caterham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Caterham station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.
Plymouth to Caterham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Caterham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Plymouth to Caterham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Plymouth and Caterham is 302.8 km. The road distance is 397 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £95–170 and the journey takes 3h 14m.