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The cheapest and fastest trains from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
40 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave City Thameslink (CTK) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Fri, Nov 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 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.
Y3683908:06AM0h38
City Thameslink (CTK)08:44AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3700408:26AM0h38
City Thameslink (CTK)09:04AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3681608:31AM0h50
City Thameslink (CTK)09:21AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3718208:16AM0h38
City Thameslink (CTK)08:54AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3666808:11AM0h59
City Thameslink (CTK)09:10AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3683908:06AM0h38
City Thameslink (CTK)08:44AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3700408:26AM0h38
City Thameslink (CTK)09:04AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3718208:16AM0h38
City Thameslink (CTK)08:54AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3681608:31AM0h50
City Thameslink (CTK)09:21AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Y3603408:21AM0h56
City Thameslink (CTK)09:17AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$221One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus 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 bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:12 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y36839 | On time 8:06 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0h38 | 8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y36668 | On time 8:11 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0h59 | 9:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y37182 | On time 8:16 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0h38 | 8:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y36034 | On time 8:21 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0h56 | 9:17 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y37004 | On time 8:26 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0h38 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y36816 | On time 8:31 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0h50 | 9:21 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 21:21 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) start from as low as $15 (€12) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $22 (€18) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Train companies: Thameslink from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink trains will get you between City Thameslink (CTK) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
Thameslink frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Trains from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 24 miles (40 km).
Yes, a day trip from City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport is feasible with a travel time of 35m, a distance of 24 miles (40 km), and trains running 10 times per day.
Train ticket prices from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $15 (€12), while the average price is around $22 (€18).
The first train from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 12:02 AM.
The train journey from City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views compared to more rural routes, although passengers can occasionally spot glimpses of the English countryside.
The last train from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 9:21 PM.
The cheapest way to get from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€6).
There is no high speed train available from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The train from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) takes 35m and runs 10 per day.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Yes, you can take the train from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Yes, there is a direct train from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW). This service operates 10 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
London
London
The major train station for departures in London is City Thameslink. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at City Thameslink for your trip from London to London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 19:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Key cutting, Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Ludgate Entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: The platforms at this station are underground. There are seats on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Pilgrim St
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 19:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Key cutting, Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Ludgate Entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: The platforms at this station are underground. There are seats on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Pilgrim St
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in London is Gatwick Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gatwick Airport for your journey to London from London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Car Rental
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
Information Desk
- Located inside the main terminal.
Public transit options for Gatwick Airport
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Car Rental
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
Information Desk
- Located inside the main terminal.
Public transit options for Gatwick Airport
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
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