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Otford to Caterham by train

First train

07:37

Last train

17:37

Departure station

Otford

Arrival station

Caterham

Journey time

From 1h 36m

Distance

12 miles (19 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

Travelling from Otford to Caterham by train

Looking to travel from Otford to Caterham by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 1 hour 49 minutes to travel from Otford to Caterham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 36 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 12 miles (19 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Caterham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Southeastern, Thameslink or Southern to get to Caterham. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Otford to Caterham in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Otford to Caterham? 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 Otford to Caterham take?

The average journey time by train between Otford and Caterham is 1 hour and 49 minutes, with around 10 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 Otford and Caterham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Otford to Caterham is 1 hour and 36 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Otford to Caterham?

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

What time does the first train from Otford to Caterham leave?

The first train from Otford to Caterham leaves at 07:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Otford to Caterham leave?

The last train from Otford to Caterham leaves at 17:37. 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 Otford and Caterham by train?

Trains travelling from Otford to Caterham cover a distance of around 12 miles (19 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Otford to Caterham

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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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