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  • Discover London’s best theatre shows

    Plan your perfect London theatre trip with Thameslink and London Theatre Direct, combining easy rail travel with the best seats in the West End.

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    London Theatre Direct

  • Discover Autumn adventures

    From relaxing paddleboarding adventures to cozy pub lunches, now’s the perfect time to embrace autumn

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Why choose Thameslink?

Explore 100s of amazing destinations and hidden gems with fast and frequent trains.

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Better for your wallet

Save big with Advance fares, unlock 2for1 entry to top UK attractions, and never pay a booking fee.

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Better for the planet

Each journey emits up to five times less CO2 than going by car. That means better air quality for your local area and a healthier planet for us all.

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Better use of time

Whether you're heading across the city or catching a flight, Thameslink gets you there – including Luton Airport in 41 mins and Gatwick in under 35. Sit back, relax, and make the most of Wi-Fi, tables, and power onboard.

Travel hub

Stay up to date with the latest travel information to help you plan your trip and ensure you have a smooth journey.

Service updates

Get live departure and arrival updates, check alternative routes during disruptions, and see lift availability at stations.

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Engineering works

Stay informed about planned engineering works that may affect your journey. Check for service alterations, replacement buses, and alternative routes.

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New timetable

Find out about the changes to timetables from Sunday 14 December

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Travelling to the airport?

With fast, frequent trains from London to both Luton Airport and Gatwick Airport, it makes sense to start your adventure by train, and take Thameslink.

Flying from Luton? Flying from Gatwick?

Affordable travel to top destinations

Cambridge

Super Off-Peak Day Return

London to Cambridge

Standard fare: £24.10
With Railcard
£16.05 Save 1/3
Brighton Pier

Off-Peak Return

London to Brighton

Standard fare: £17.50
With Railcard
£11.65 Save 1/3
St Albans

Super Off-Peak Day Return

London to St Albans City

Standard fare: £12.30
With Railcard
£8.15 Save 1/3
Bedford

Super Off-Peak Day Return

London to Bedford

Standard fare: £21.10
With Railcard
£14.05 Save 1/3

Explore exciting attractions and things to do

London Theatre Direct

Discover London’s best theatre shows

London
Cambridge Botanic Garden

How to find the secret corners of Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Cambridge
Stories of rail

Stories of rail

Must-visit rooftops for the best London views

London
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Mood boosting destinations

6 destinations to boost your mental health with Thameslink

A day out exploring Haywards Heath’s vibrant town and picturesque gardens

Haywards Heath

Download our app

Get the most up to date travel information to help you on your journey with real-time, personalised travel alerts. Plus, get the best value as we automatically show you the best fare and don't charge booking fees. Don't take our word for it - here's what our customers say.

Great app

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great App for Stress-Free Travel I’ve been using the Thameslink app regularly, and it’s made my journeys so much easier. Booking tickets is quick, with no extra fees, and I love being able to store them digitally on my phone. The live service updates are accurate, and KeyGo makes travelling effortless without worrying about the right fare. Delay Repay is also super handy and works automatically! The design is modern and easy to navigate, and it’s great having Apple Pay and Google Pay
Android 12 Aug 2025

Easiest app to use

the new app is the easiest app to use among all train companies, with 0 taps needed to show your regular commute
Android 11 Aug 2025