The average train between Plymouth and Merstham takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Merstham. 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 Merstham. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Merstham at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Merstham? 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 Merstham. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Merstham station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Plymouth to Merstham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Merstham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Plymouth to Merstham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Plymouth and Merstham is 297.5 km. The road distance is 399 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–200 and the journey takes 3h 14m.