Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Caterham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Caterham

With a population of 20 957, Caterham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Caterham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Caterham

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Harrow - Chaldon, Caterham (235 Stanstead Rd) and Whyteleafe Grill & Bar (55 Croydon Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Caterham

Caterham in February
Estimated hotel price
£41
1 night at 3-star hotel
Caterham in February
Estimated hotel price
£41
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Caterham

Plane

When flying to Caterham, you’ll arrive at London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Caterham departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Caterham, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Caterham to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 2.4 km from the city centre, Caterham Whyteleafe South is the busiest station in Caterham. Another popular train station is Caterham Woldingham, Surrey, located 2.1 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Caterham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 24 km from Caterham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Caterham, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Caterham takes 153 km and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 209 km.

Plane

When flying to Caterham, you’ll arrive at London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Caterham departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Caterham, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Caterham to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 2.4 km from the city centre, Caterham Whyteleafe South is the busiest station in Caterham. Another popular train station is Caterham Woldingham, Surrey, located 2.1 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Caterham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 24 km from Caterham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Caterham, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Caterham takes 153 km and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 209 km.

Airports near Caterham

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Caterham

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Caterham

Most booked hotels in Caterham

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Beddington Park Lodge East
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£34+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Croydon
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Holiday Inn London - Sutton
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£49+
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Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£72+
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easyHotel Croydon
2 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
£43+
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Hiring a car in Caterham

Hiring a car in Caterham costs £72 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Caterham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Caterham, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Caterham costs £72 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Caterham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Caterham, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

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