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Trains from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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98

train journeys
per day

24

miles (39 kms)

45 mins

fastest journey

09:06 / 21:01

first / last train

95

direct trains

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from City Thameslink (CTK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 98 scheduled rail journeys between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport , with 95 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport is approximately 24 miles (39 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 46 mins.

Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 45 mins.

Journeys from City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    38 mins Direct
    09:44
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:11
    53 mins Direct
    10:04
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    55 mins Direct
    10:16
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    38 mins Direct
    10:04
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:36
    38 mins Direct
    10:14
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:41
    53 mins Direct
    10:34
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    55 mins Direct
    10:46
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    38 mins Direct
    10:34
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    38 mins Direct
    10:44
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:11
    53 mins Direct
    11:04
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    55 mins Direct
    11:16
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    38 mins Direct
    11:04
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:36
    38 mins Direct
    11:14
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    53 mins Direct
    11:34
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:51
    55 mins Direct
    11:46
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    38 mins Direct
    11:34
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    11:06
    38 mins Direct
    11:44
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    11:11
    53 mins Direct
    12:04
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    11:21
    55 mins Direct
    12:16
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    38 mins Direct
    12:04
    City Thameslink
    Gatwick Airport
    City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport

About City Thameslink Station

Station name City Thameslink (CTK)
Address City Thameslink station, Ludgate Hill, London, EC4M 7JH
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 19:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 98 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 09:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:01.

First class tickets on trains between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 95 direct services per day from City Thameslink to Gatwick Airport

Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between City Thameslink and Gatwick Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.