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Gothenburg Museum of Art
Major art museum with Nordic masters, international works, and strong modern collections. A top cultural stop at Götaplatsen.
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 22 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kalmar to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kalmar to Gothenburg will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
It's difficult to get from Kalmar to Gothenburg without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kalmar to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €35.
Distance: 179 miles (289 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€56 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Kalmar to Gothenburg:
A train is €21 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kalmar to Gothenburg costing on average €56.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 49m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator LT Kronoberg | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator LT Kronoberg | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator LT Kronoberg | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:47AM | Duration 14h17 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €113 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 09:41PM | Arrival Time 11:47AM | Duration 14h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €113 |
The table below shows live departures for Kalmar to Gothenburg buses for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
200 · 400 | 5:15 PM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 9h40 | 2:55 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 10h50 | 5:35 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 10h40 | 5:25 PM Gothenburg, Korsvägen | 1 transfer | |
200 · 400 | 9:15 AM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 9h25 | 6:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 12h00 | 9:35 PM Gothenburg, Korsvägen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 12h10 | 9:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
200 · 400 | 1:00 PM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 8h55 | 9:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Kalmar to Gothenburg run on average 28 times per day, taking around 10h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €14 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 179 miles (289 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 179 miles (289 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 28 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 12:04 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Gothenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gothenburg trip today.
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Gothenburg is pricier than many European cities. Hotels, dining, and transit are moderate to high, though budget lunches and day passes help control costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Most Kalmar to Gothenburg buses use the Kalmar, Järnvägstation to Göteborg, Lilla Bommen station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen. Use this guide to compare Kalmar and Gothenburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Göteborg, Lilla Bommen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Göteborg, Lilla Bommen. ATMs are available at Göteborg, Lilla Bommen.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Lilla Bommen.
Available at Göteborg, Lilla Bommen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Lilla Bommen: Wheelchair accessible.
Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Nils (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Espresso House (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
Available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Elevators, ramps.
Göteborg, Åkareplatsen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen. ATMs are available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen.
Available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen: The station has facilities for the disabled.
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