The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm
Cheapest price
41S$
Average price
73S$
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Stockholm will cost around 73S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 41S$.
Of the 28 trains that leave Gothenburg for Stockholm every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.
450 SJ 30007:19 PM4h39Gothenburg Centralstation11:58 PMStockholm Central Station41 S$1One-way0 changes
450 SJ 3000+
5 SL7:19 PM5h23Gothenburg Centralstation12:42 AMStockholm, Västerbroplan46 S$1One-way1 change
32 Västtrafik · 13466 Västtrafik+
2094 VR Snabbtåg3:58 PM4h38Göteborg, Åkareplatsen8:36 PMStockholm Central Station49 S$1One-way2 changes
62050 VR Snabbtåg · 2050 VR Snabbtåg7:05 PM4h01Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen11:06 PMStockholm Central Station52 S$1One-way1 change
2094 VR Snabbtåg+
5 SL+
13466 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik3:58 PM5h14Göteborg, Åkareplatsen9:12 PMStockholm, Västerbroplan53 S$1One-way3 changes
62032 VR Snabbtåg · 2032 VR Snabbtåg10:05 AM4h00Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2:05 PMStockholm Central Station100 S$1One-way1 change
62050 VR Snabbtåg · 2050 VR Snabbtåg7:05 PM4h01Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen11:06 PMStockholm Central Station52 S$1One-way1 change
62024 VR Snabbtåg · 2024 VR Snabbtåg6:05 AM4h01Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen10:06 AMStockholm Central Station62 S$1One-way1 change
62028 VR Snabbtåg · 2028 VR Snabbtåg8:05 AM4h01Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen12:06 PMStockholm Central Station83 S$1One-way1 change
62042 VR Snabbtåg · 2042 VR Snabbtåg3:05 PM4h01Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen7:06 PMStockholm Central Station62 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Gothenburg to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 18S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 18S$, and a flight costs an average of 105S$.
Distance: 397 km
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Stockholm train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Stockholm trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
62050 VR Snabbtåg · 2050 VR Snabbtåg+ 18 Västtrafik+ 5 SL | 6:41 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 5h01 | 11:42 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 changes | |
62050 VR Snabbtåg · 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 7:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h01 | 11:06 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
62050 VR Snabbtåg · 2050 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 7:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h37 | 11:42 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday, 30 June | |||||
18 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik+ 2024 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 5:40 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h58 | 10:38 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 changes | |
62024 VR Snabbtåg · 2024 VR Snabbtåg | 6:05 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h01 | 10:06 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
62024 VR Snabbtåg · 2024 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 6:05 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h33 | 10:38 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 60170 SJ · 170 SJ+ 5 SL | 7:46 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 6h23 | 2:09 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 changes | |
62028 VR Snabbtåg · 2028 VR Snabbtåg | 8:05 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h01 | 12:06 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
62028 VR Snabbtåg · 2028 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 8:05 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h33 | 12:38 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
60170 SJ · 170 SJ · 660 SJ | 8:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h21 | 1:35 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
60170 SJ · 170 SJ+ 5 SL | 8:14 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 5h55 | 2:09 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
62032 VR Snabbtåg · 2032 VR Snabbtåg | 10:05 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h00 | 2:05 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
62032 VR Snabbtåg · 2032 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 10:05 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h33 | 2:38 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
62036 VR Snabbtåg · 2036 VR Snabbtåg | 12:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h08 | 4:13 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
62036 VR Snabbtåg · 2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 12:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h46 | 4:51 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
62042 VR Snabbtåg · 2042 VR Snabbtåg | 3:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h01 | 7:06 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
62042 VR Snabbtåg · 2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 3:05 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 4h38 | 7:43 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
32 Västtrafik · 13466 Västtrafik+ 2094 VR Snabbtåg | 3:58 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 4h38 | 8:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
32 Västtrafik · 13466 Västtrafik+ 2094 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 3:58 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 5h14 | 9:12 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Stockholm
Trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm run on average 43 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 18S$ if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price 18S$ |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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FAQs: Gothenburg to Stockholm train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Stockholm
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- 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
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
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