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Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK):
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to City Thameslink (CTK) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 7m.
You'll arrive about 47m sooner (39m by train vs 1h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $24 (€20) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Elizabeth Line (TfL).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) by bus or train
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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Elizabeth line?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Elizabeth line, but also compare tickets for the likes of Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Heathrow Express to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Elizabeth line with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 09:50. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 7:06 AM |
Last train 9:50 AM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Heathrow Express from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK) trainsElizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Heathrow Express trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and City Thameslink (CTK) from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Heathrow Express
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FAQs: Trains from London Heathrow Airport to City Thameslink (CTK)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow 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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