Alingsås to Gothenburg train with Västtrafik

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alingsås to Gothenburg

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$6

Average price

$10

Fastest journey

37 m

Average duration

38 m

Trains per day

38

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Alingsås to Gothenburg will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.

Fast trains

Of the 38 trains that leave Alingsås for Gothenburg on Fri, Jun 19, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .

On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 39 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.

  • SJ175 SJ
    5:44 PM0h39
    Alingsås station
    6:23 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ173 SJ
    4:44 PM0h39
    Alingsås station
    5:23 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ177 SJ
    6:44 PM0h39
    Alingsås station
    7:23 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ183 SJ
    9:44 PM0h39
    Alingsås station
    10:23 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ167 SJ
    1:44 PM0h39
    Alingsås station
    2:23 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Alingsås to Gothenburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alingsås to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $5.

Distance: 26 miles (42 km)

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Driving

$8

Average price

Cheapest

$10

Average price

$10

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 18m

Average total duration

48m

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30m

Additional time*

38m

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0.0 - 0.0kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Alingsås to Gothenburg is a train with an average price of $8 (€6).

This is compared to other travel options from Alingsås to Gothenburg:

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alingsås to Gothenburg costing on average $10 (€8).

The fastest way to travel from Alingsås to Gothenburg is by train with an average journey time of 36m.

Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alingsås and Gothenburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alingsås to Gothenburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2m faster (36m by train vs 38m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $10 (€8)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Alingsås to Gothenburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Alingsås to Gothenburg trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Västtrafik3481 Västtrafik8:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
9:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3579 Västtrafik8:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
9:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ183 SJ9:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
10:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3583 Västtrafik9:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
10:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3489 Västtrafik10:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
11:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3493 Västtrafik11:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
12:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Friday, June 19
Västtrafik3515 Västtrafik5:17 AM Alingsås station
0h40
5:57 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3519 Västtrafik5:57 AM Alingsås station
0h40
6:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3425 Västtrafik6:46 AM Alingsås station
0h37
7:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3523 Västtrafik6:57 AM Alingsås station
0h40
7:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3429 Västtrafik7:45 AM Alingsås station
0h38
8:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3527 Västtrafik7:57 AM Alingsås station
0h40
8:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ157 SJ8:44 AM Alingsås station
0h39
9:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3531 Västtrafik8:57 AM Alingsås station
0h40
9:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ159 SJ9:44 AM Alingsås station
0h39
10:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3535 Västtrafik9:57 AM Alingsås station
0h40
10:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3441 Västtrafik10:44 AM Alingsås station
0h39
11:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3539 Västtrafik10:57 AM Alingsås station
0h40
11:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ163 SJ11:44 AM Alingsås station
0h39
12:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3543 Västtrafik11:57 AM Alingsås station
0h40
12:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ165 SJ12:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
1:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3547 Västtrafik12:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
1:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ167 SJ1:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
2:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3551 Västtrafik1:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
2:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ169 SJ2:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
3:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3555 Västtrafik2:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
3:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3461 Västtrafik3:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
4:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3559 Västtrafik3:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
4:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ173 SJ4:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3563 Västtrafik4:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
5:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ175 SJ5:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3567 Västtrafik5:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
6:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ177 SJ6:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
7:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3571 Västtrafik6:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
7:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ179 SJ7:44 PM Alingsås station
0h39
8:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3575 Västtrafik7:57 PM Alingsås station
0h40
8:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Train from Alingsås to Gothenburg

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Trains from Alingsås to Gothenburg run on average 66 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.

There are 35 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 35m.

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
Bus from $5 (€4)
Distance
26 miles (42 km)
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Trains per day
66
Direct trains
35
Fastest train
35m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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
Bus from $5 (€4)

Train companies: Västtrafik, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Alingsås to Gothenburg trainsVästtrafik, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Alingsås and Gothenburg from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
Västtrafik frequency
43 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

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 Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
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

Swedish Railways (SJ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
6 a day

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Average meal costs

Budget
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Mid-range
SEK 200-350 per person at a casual restaurant.
Fine dining
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Coffee
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FAQs: Trains from Alingsås to Gothenburg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alingsås 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Alingsås to Gothenburg can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $5 (€4), while the average price is around $8 (€6).
The train from Alingsås to Gothenburg takes 35m and runs 66 per day.
The first train from Alingsås to Gothenburg leaves at 12:03 AM.
The distance by train from Alingsås to Gothenburg is 26 miles (42 km).
The last train from Alingsås to Gothenburg leaves at 11:57 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Alingsås to Gothenburg.
Yes, there is a direct train from Alingsås to Gothenburg. This service operates 35 times per day, provided by Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Alingsås to Gothenburg.
The train station in Alingsås that goes to Gothenburg is Alingsås station, which connects to Gothenburg Centralstation.
The cheapest way to get from Alingsås to Gothenburg is by bus, with a cost of around $5 (€4).
The train journey from Alingsås to Gothenburg offers scenic views of the Swedish countryside, including lush forests, serene lakes, and charming small towns.
Yes, a day trip from Alingsås to Gothenburg is feasible with a journey time of 35m, a distance of 26 miles (42 km), and 66 train trips per day.
In Gothenburg, you can explore the stunning Gothenburg Archipelago, visit the unique Fish Market (Feskekôrka) for fresh seafood, and enjoy a relaxing day at Saltholmen for swimming. Discover the Botanical Garden's beautiful landscapes and take a boat tour along the scenic Göta Canal. Don't miss the exciting rides at Liseberg Amusement Park, interactive exhibits at Universeum, or the Nordic art collection at Gothenburg Museum of Art. Stroll through the charming historic district of Haga and enjoy the natural beauty of Slottsskogen Park.
To fully enjoy Gothenburg's attractions, culture, and dining experiences, spending 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Alingsås to Gothenburg.
Since both Alingsås and Gothenburg are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Gothenburg include Halmstad, Skövde, Varberg, Jönköping, Trollhättan.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alingsås to Gothenburg among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK) as its currency. It is generally better for travelers to use cards, as card payments are widely accepted across the country, including in most shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Cash is less commonly used but can be handy in smaller towns or for small purchases.
In Gothenburg, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport and popular tourist spots. Scams involving fake charity collectors or overcharging in taxis can occur, so using licensed taxis and verifying fares beforehand is advised. Staying aware of surroundings and securing belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Alingsås to Gothenburg

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

Departure train stations in Alingsås
Arrival train stations in Gothenburg

Which Alingsås station do trains to Gothenburg leave from?

Trains from Alingsås to Gothenburg leave from Alingsås tågstation. The station is from Alingsås city centre at 441 30 Alingsås, Sweden.
Alingsås tågstation441 30 Alingsås, SwedenWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Alingsås tågstation from Alingsås city centre

BusSeveral lines available
TrainRegional and commuter trains

Alingsås tågstation train station facilities and services

Alingsås tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Alingsås Wok, Café Viola

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Alingsås tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Alingsås tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Alingsås tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Alingsås tågstation: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Alingsås tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Alingsås, Villa E Bed & Breakfast, Nääs Fabriker Hotell.

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