The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
18S$
Average price
80S$
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Gothenburg will cost around 80S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 18S$.
Of the 35 trains that leave Stockholm for Gothenburg every day 4 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 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.
419 SJ 30005:09 AM4h51Stockholm Central Station10:00 AMGothenburg Centralstation18 S$1One-way0 changes
419 SJ 3000 · 157 SJ · 60157 SJ5:09 AM4h35Stockholm Central Station9:44 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen24 S$1One-way2 changes
421 X 2000 · 159 SJ · 60159 SJ6:12 AM4h32Stockholm Central Station10:44 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen37 S$1One-way2 changes
5 SL+
421 X 2000 · 159 SJ · 60159 SJ5:31 AM5h13Stockholm, Västerbroplan10:44 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen41 S$1One-way3 changes
447 X 20007:12 PM4h43Stockholm Central Station11:55 PMGothenburg Centralstation46 S$1One-way0 changes
2045 VR Snabbtåg+
80183 SJ6:47 PM3h58Stockholm Central Station10:45 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen57 S$1One-way1 change
2039 VR Snabbtåg+
60177 SJ3:44 PM4h01Stockholm Central Station7:45 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen110 S$1One-way1 change
2045 VR Snabbtåg · 62045 VR Snabbtåg6:47 PM4h03Stockholm Central Station10:50 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen56 S$1One-way1 change
2043 VR Snabbtåg · 62043 VR Snabbtåg5:47 PM4h03Stockholm Central Station9:50 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen86 S$1One-way1 change
2031 VR Snabbtåg · 62031 VR Snabbtåg11:47 AM4h03Stockholm Central Station3:50 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen137 S$1One-way1 change
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Compare coach, train and flight for Stockholm to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 20S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. 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 20S$, and a flight costs an average of 108S$.
Distance: 397 km
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Live departures
Stockholm to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Gothenburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2039 VR Snabbtåg+ 60177 SJ | 3:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h01 | 7:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
443 X 2000 · 181 SJ · 60181 SJ | 5:09 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h35 | 9:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 changes | |
2043 VR Snabbtåg · 62043 VR Snabbtåg | 5:47 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h03 | 9:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
2045 VR Snabbtåg+ 80183 SJ+ 18 Västtrafik+ 5 SL | 6:08 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h02 | 11:10 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 changes | |
2045 VR Snabbtåg+ 80183 SJ+ 5 SL | 6:08 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h37 | 10:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 changes | |
2045 VR Snabbtåg · 62045 VR Snabbtåg | 6:47 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h03 | 10:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
2045 VR Snabbtåg+ 80183 SJ | 6:47 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h58 | 10:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
447 X 2000+ 3489 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik | 7:12 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h32 | 11:44 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 2 changes | |
547 X 2000+ 20154 Öresundstågen+ 1738 Pågatåg | 7:16 PM Stockholm Central Station | 11h49 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
1 SJ+ 7202 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik | 11:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 8h41 | 7:43 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 3 changes | |
419 SJ 3000 | 5:09 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h51 | 10:00 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
419 SJ 3000 · 157 SJ · 60157 SJ | 5:09 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h35 | 9:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 changes | |
5 SL+ 421 X 2000 · 159 SJ · 60159 SJ | 5:31 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h13 | 10:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 3 changes | |
421 X 2000 · 159 SJ · 60159 SJ | 6:12 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h32 | 10:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 changes | |
5 SL+ 423 X 2000 · 161 SJ · 60161 SJ | 6:31 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h13 | 11:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 2093 VR Snabbtåg+ 13439 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik | 6:40 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h23 | 12:03 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 2093 VR Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · X6 Västtrafik | 6:40 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h39 | 12:19 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4 changes | |
5 SL+ 2093 VR Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik | 6:40 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h43 | 12:23 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4 changes | |
423 X 2000 · 161 SJ · 60161 SJ | 7:12 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h32 | 11:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 changes | |
2093 VR Snabbtåg+ 13439 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik | 7:18 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h45 | 12:03 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen | 2 changes | |
2093 VR Snabbtåg+ 100 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik | 7:18 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h59 | 12:17 PM Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
5 SL+ 425 X 2000 · 163 SJ · 60163 SJ | 7:36 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h08 | 12:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 3 changes | |
425 X 2000 · 163 SJ · 60163 SJ | 8:13 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h31 | 12:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 changes | |
2025 VR Snabbtåg · 62025 VR Snabbtåg | 8:46 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h04 | 12:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 433 X 2000 · 171 SJ · 60171 SJ | 11:32 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 5h12 | 4:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 3 changes | |
2031 VR Snabbtåg · 62031 VR Snabbtåg | 11:47 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4h03 | 3:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 change | |
433 X 2000 · 171 SJ · 60171 SJ | 12:13 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h31 | 4:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 changes | |
5 SL+ 2039 VR Snabbtåg+ 60177 SJ | 3:03 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h42 | 7:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Gothenburg
Trains from Stockholm to Gothenburg run on average 45 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 20S$ but you can travel from only 19S$ by coach.
There are 24 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 25m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price 20S$ |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SJ, VR, Tågab, FlixTrain, Västtrafik, Snälltåget, Malartag from Stockholm to Gothenburg trainsSJ, VR, Tågab, FlixTrain, Västtrafik, Snälltåget, Malartag trains will get you between Stockholm and Gothenburg from 19S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stockholm to Gothenburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockholm and Gothenburg
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Swedenborgsgatan
- Pelikan
- Kvarnen
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- SEK 10
- Hotel Rival
- Clarion Hotel Stockholm
- Hilton Stockholm Slussen
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and commuter destinations
- Metro: Line 13, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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