The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 trains that leave Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) for City Thameslink (CTK) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 44 km
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1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK) train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK) trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:30 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h45 | 16:15 City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 05:58 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h40 | 06:38 City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:16 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h40 | 07:56 City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK)
Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 40m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 17:16 |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and City Thameslink (CTK) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to City Thameslink (CTK) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and City Thameslink (CTK)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 level access to all platforms via lifts. 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: Yes
- 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: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 level access to all platforms via lifts. 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: Yes
- 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: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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