The average train between Merstham and Caterham takes 41 min and the fastest train takes 25 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Merstham 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 every 30 minutes between Merstham and Caterham. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merstham is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Caterham at 12:27 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 41 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Merstham to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Merstham station and arriving at Caterham station via Purley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.
Merstham to Caterham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Merstham station.
Merstham to Caterham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Caterham station.
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The distance between Merstham and Caterham is 5.4 km. The road distance is 16 km.
You can take a train from Merstham to Caterham via Purley in around 40 min.