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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for City Thameslink (CTK) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 40 km
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:32 London Gatwick Airport | 0h56 | 05:28 City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:16 London Gatwick Airport | 0h37 | 07:53 City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:16 London Gatwick Airport | 0h37 | 08:53 City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 35m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 03:41 |
Last train 21:49 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and City Thameslink (CTK) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at City Thameslink (CTK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and City Thameslink (CTK)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 19:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Key cutting, Newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Ludgate Entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: The platforms at this station are underground. There are seats on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Pilgrim St
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 19:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Key cutting, Newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Ludgate Entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: The platforms at this station are underground. There are seats on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Pilgrim St
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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