The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
4
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for City Thameslink (CTK) on Fri, Jun 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 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.
10:32 AM0h56London Gatwick Airport11:28 AMCity Thameslink (CTK)$151One-way0 transfers
7:36 AM0h37London Gatwick Airport8:13 AMCity Thameslink (CTK)$221One-way0 transfers
7:19 AM0h49London Gatwick Airport8:08 AMCity Thameslink (CTK)$221One-way0 transfers
8:36 AM0h37London Gatwick Airport9:13 AMCity Thameslink (CTK)$231One-way0 transfers
8:36 AM0h37London Gatwick Airport9:13 AMCity Thameslink (CTK)$231One-way0 transfers
7:36 AM0h37London Gatwick Airport8:13 AMCity Thameslink (CTK)$221One-way0 transfers
7:19 AM0h49London Gatwick Airport8:08 AMCity Thameslink (CTK)$221One-way0 transfers
10:32 AM0h56London Gatwick Airport11:28 AMCity Thameslink (CTK)$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK):
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to City Thameslink (CTK) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 42m.
The journey is about 40m faster (42m by train vs 1h 22m by car) and roughly $36 (€30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($21 (€17) vs $57 (€47)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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 today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45543 | On time 10:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 10:43 PM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 7:19 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0h49 | 8:08 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:36 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0h37 | 8:13 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:36 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0h37 | 9:13 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:32 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0h56 | 11:28 AM City Thameslink (CTK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) by train or bus
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
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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 $7 (€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: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
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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