The cheapest and fastest buses from Linköping to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Linköping to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Gothenburg will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 8 buses that leave Linköping for Gothenburg on Tue, Feb 03, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 03 the direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Tue, Feb 03 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
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Compare train and bus for Linköping to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Linköping to Gothenburg Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:37PM | Duration 3h22 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Live departures
Linköping to Gothenburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Gothenburg buses for today, Monday, February 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:40 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 4h05 | 9:45 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h55 | 9:35 AM Gothenburg, Korsvägen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 6:00 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 4h00 | 10:00 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h45 | 10:45 AM Gothenburg, Korsvägen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h55 | 10:55 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 8:15 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 4h00 | 12:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 11:15 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h22 | 2:37 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 12:10 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h50 | 4:00 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h50 | 4:25 PM Gothenburg, Korsvägen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 4h00 | 4:35 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 1:15 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 4h00 | 5:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 3:25 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h35 | 7:00 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 4:55 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 4h00 | 8:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Linköping to Gothenburg
Buses from Linköping to Gothenburg run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Norwegian Railways (VY), Vy Buss from Linköping to GothenburgYou can travel by bus between Linköping to Gothenburg with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Norwegian Railways (VY), Vy Buss for as low as $17 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Linköping to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linköping to Gothenburg by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Vy Bus4You
- Vy Bus4You strives for all to travel comfortably, safely and independently, adapting digital services, vehicles, and ticket solutions in accordance with the new accessibility directive (European Accessibility Act) which takes effect in June 2025.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Liseberg Amusement Park, a popular theme park offering thrilling rides and entertainment for all ages
- Universeum, a science center and museum featuring interactive exhibits and an indoor rainforest
- Gothenburg Museum of Art, home to an extensive collection of Nordic and international art
- Haga, a charming historic district known for its picturesque wooden houses and cozy cafes
- Slottsskogen Park, a large urban park with walking trails, a zoo, and picnic areas.
- Explore the Gothenburg Archipelago, a stunning collection of islands perfect for day trips and outdoor activities
- Visit the Fish Market (Feskekôrka), a unique indoor fish market offering fresh seafood and local delicacies
- Take a boat tour along the Göta Canal, experiencing the scenic waterways and historical sites
- Enjoy a relaxing day at Saltholmen, a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing
- Discover the Botanical Garden, featuring a vast array of plants and beautiful landscapes.
- Vy Bus4You
- Tickets with cancellation insurance can be canceled up to one hour before departure for a full refund, excluding the cancellation insurance premium.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Vy Bus4You
- One checked bag and one hand luggage with a total maximum weight of 25kg is included for Swedish services, while Norwegian services allow two checked bags and one hand luggage with maximum dimensions of 175 cm (height + length + depth) and 23 kg per item.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Vy Bus4You
- Additional luggage can be another bag up to 25 kg, and special luggage like a golf bag, skis, or an instrument can weigh a maximum of 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Vy Bus4You
- Smaller pets are allowed in cages no bigger than a normal seat (max 50x40x40 cm) and require a child's ticket for Swedish routes, while guide dogs are free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Linköping to Gothenburg
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminalen (in the station)
- Restaurang Storan (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Napoli (0.7 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 4, 12 Train: Linköping Central Station
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Nils (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Espresso House (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 17, 18, 19, 50, 60 Trains: All regional and national s Trams: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11
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