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Universeum
Large science center with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibitions. A top family attraction in central Gothenburg.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Strömstad to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strömstad to Gothenburg will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 10 buses that leave Strömstad for Gothenburg on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h 23 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.
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik
870 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik
870 Västtrafik · 3787 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
871 Västtrafik · 841 VästtrafikOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strömstad to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Strömstad to Gothenburg:
A bus is $0.02 (€0.02) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strömstad to Gothenburg costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 23m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $37 (€30) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 2h 12m versus 1h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:08AM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:13AM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 06:41AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 2h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:18AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:41AM | Duration 2h21 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:41PM | Duration 2h21 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:43AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:41PM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:43PM | Duration 2h23 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:53PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:43PM | Duration 2h23 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 03:42PM | Arrival Time 06:43PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:53PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:41PM | Duration 2h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:38PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:39PM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:41AM | Duration 3h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:43PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Strömstad to Gothenburg buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 11:20 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h23 | 1:43 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:43 AM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 1:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:53 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 3:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 3:20 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h23 | 5:43 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:53 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 5:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:38 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 7:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
870 Västtrafik · 3787 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik | 8:00 PM Strömstad tågstation | 3h39 | 11:39 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:43 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 11:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
870 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 2:15 AM Strömstad tågstation | 3h53 | 6:08 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 7:20 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h23 | 9:43 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:18 AM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 11:20 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 9:20 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h23 | 11:43 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Strömstad to Gothenburg run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 2m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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