Gothenburg to Jönköping train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Jönköping

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

30S$

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

42S$

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

2 h 29 m

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

2 h 30 m

Trains on 29 Sept

54

Distance

130 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Jönköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gothenburg to Jönköping will cost around 42S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 30S$.

Fast trains

To travel from Gothenburg to Jönköping you need to make at least one change.

  • Västtrafik9 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik
    11:09 AM2h50
    Gothenburg
    1:59 PMJönköping Centralstation
    30 S$1One-way
    2 changes
  • Västtrafik3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik
    11:30 AM2h29
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    1:59 PMJönköping Centralstation
    30 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik · 3458 Västtrafik · 7245 Västtrafik
    1:55 PM3h07
    Gothenburg
    5:02 PMJönköping Centralstation
    30 S$1One-way
    3 changes
  • Västtrafik3556 Västtrafik · 3458 Västtrafik · 7245 Västtrafik
    2:16 PM2h46
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    5:02 PMJönköping Centralstation
    30 S$1One-way
    2 changes
  • Västtrafik6 Västtrafik · 3470 Västtrafik · 7257 Västtrafik
    5:08 PM2h52
    Gothenburg
    8:00 PMJönköping Centralstation
    30 S$1One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Gothenburg to Jönköping train times

The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Jönköping trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Västtrafik9 Västtrafik+SJ170 SJ+Västtrafik7223 Västtrafik8:07 AM Gothenburg
2h53
11:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation2 changes
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+SJ172 SJ+Västtrafik7225 Västtrafik8:46 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
3h39
12:25 PM Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården4 changes
Västtrafik9 Västtrafik+SJ172 SJ+Västtrafik7225 Västtrafik9:09 AM Gothenburg
2h51
12:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 changes
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+SJ174 SJ+Västtrafik7229 Västtrafik9:46 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
3h39
1:25 PM Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården4 changes
Västtrafik9 Västtrafik+SJ174 SJ+Västtrafik7229 Västtrafik10:09 AM Gothenburg
2h51
1:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 changes
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik10:46 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
3h39
2:25 PM Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården4 changes
Västtrafik9 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik11:09 AM Gothenburg
2h50
1:59 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 changes
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+SJ178 SJ+Västtrafik7237 Västtrafik11:46 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
3h33
3:19 PM Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården4 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ178 SJ+Västtrafik7237 Västtrafik12:05 PM Gothenburg
2h55
3:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 changes
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+SJ180 SJ+Västtrafik7241 Västtrafik12:46 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
3h39
4:25 PM Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården4 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ180 SJ+Västtrafik7241 Västtrafik1:05 PM Gothenburg
2h56
4:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 changes
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik · 3556 Västtrafik · 3458 Västtrafik1:26 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
3h59
5:25 PM Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården5 changes
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+SJ182 SJ+Västtrafik7245 Västtrafik1:46 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
3h39
5:25 PM Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården4 changes

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Why should you book Gothenburg to Jönköping trains with Omio?

SJ as well as Västtrafik or VR offer trains services from Gothenburg to Jönköping.
Omio is the only official third party seller for SJ tickets.

Why book with Omio vs SJ?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of Västtrafik or VR to find the best option for your trip from Gothenburg to Jönköping.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SJ with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gothenburg to Jönköping.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Jönköping

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Trains from Gothenburg to Jönköping run on average 46 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 13S$ but you can travel from only 12S$ by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 47m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 12S$
Distance
130 km
Average train duration
2h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
13S$
Trains per day
46
Fastest train
1h 47m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:56 PM
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 12S$

Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, VR from Gothenburg to Jönköping trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR trains will get you between Gothenburg and Jönköping from 12S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SJ

About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SJ Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest SJ Price
13S$
SJ frequency
34 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Västtrafik

About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Västtrafik Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Västtrafik Price
18S$
Västtrafik frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VR Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest VR Price
15S$
VR frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Gothenburg to Jönköping train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Jönköping by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Jönköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Gothenburg to Jönköping can start from as little as 13S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gothenburg to Jönköping is 22S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Gothenburg to Jönköping is 1h 47m to travel the 130 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Gothenburg to Jönköping leaves at 12:03 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Gothenburg to Jönköping leaves at 11:56 pm.
There are 46 trains a day from Gothenburg to Jönköping which require at least one change with SJ, Västtrafik, VR. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Gothenburg to Jönköping, you can count on SJ, Västtrafik, VR for the best way to get you to Jönköping. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gothenburg and Jönköping and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Jönköping from Gothenburg is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 47m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Jönköping including taking a coach and train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Jönköping

Most Gothenburg to Jönköping trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Jönköping Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Rocksjön station. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Jönköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Gothenburg
Arrival train stations in Jönköping

Which Gothenburg station do trains to Jönköping leave from?

Trains from Gothenburg to Jönköping leave from Göteborg Centralstation. The station is from Gothenburg city centre at Drottningtorget 5, 411 03 Gothenburg, Sweden.
Göteborg CentralstationDrottningtorget 5, 411 03 Gothenburg, Sweden+46 841062600WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Göteborg Centralstation from Gothenburg city centre

Bus60, X5 · 2m · 2S$ · every ~32 min
Tram1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, X · 2m · 2S$ · every ~83 min

Göteborg Centralstation train station facilities and services

Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.

Göteborg DomkyrkanKyrkogatan 28, 411 15 Göteborg, SwedenWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Göteborg Domkyrkan from Gothenburg city centre

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Göteborg Domkyrkan train station facilities and services

Göteborg Domkyrkan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and snack bars are present in the station.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free wifi is available at the station. ATMs are aTMs are located in the main hall.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Domkyrkan.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.

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