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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Borås to Gävle
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
5 h 59 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Borås to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Borås to Gävle will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
It's difficult to get from Borås to Gävle without transferring at least 2 times.
434 X 2000 · 598 SJ 3000+
13836 Västtrafik12:14 PM5h59Borås Centralstation6:13 PMGävle Centralstation$581One-way2 transfers- 444 X 2000 · 92 SJ+3466 Västtrafik · 13844 Västtrafik4:20 PM7h30Borås Centralstation11:50 PMGävle Centralstation$591One-way3 transfers
- 426 X 2000 · 274 SJ+6 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik7:57 AM7h21Borås3:18 PMGävle$611One-way5 transfers
- 550 Västtrafik+
2042 VR Snabbtåg+92 SJ3:02 PM8h48Borås Centralstation11:50 PMGävle Centralstation$621One-way2 transfers - 434 X 2000 · 598 SJ 3000+6 Västtrafik · 13836 Västtrafik11:57 AM6h52Borås6:49 PMGävle$641One-way4 transfers
- 434 X 2000 · 598 SJ 3000+13836 Västtrafik12:14 PM5h59Borås Centralstation6:13 PMGävle Centralstation$581One-way2 transfers
- 426 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000+13828 Västtrafik8:18 AM6h25Borås Centralstation2:43 PMGävle Centralstation$751One-way2 transfers
- 426 X 2000 · 274 SJ+13828 Västtrafik8:18 AM6h38Borås Centralstation2:56 PMGävle Centralstation$721One-way2 transfers
- 434 X 2000 · 282 SJ+13836 Västtrafik12:14 PM6h42Borås Centralstation6:56 PMGävle Centralstation$721One-way2 transfers
- 13832 Västtrafik+174 SJ+
8172 Tåg i Bergslagen10:45 AM6h46Borås Centralstation5:31 PMGävle Centralstation$691One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Borås to Gävle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Borås to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 252 miles (406 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $346 Average price | $90 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 6m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Borås to Gävle:
A train is $29 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Borås to Gävle costing on average $90 (€73).
A train is $286 (€234) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Borås to Gävle costing on average $346 (€284).
Other travel options to Gävle take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 6m.
Bus takes on average 11h 19m.
The journey is about 30m faster (5h 24m by train vs 5h 54m by car) and roughly $40 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($60 (€49) vs $101 (€82)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Borås to Gävle train times
The table below shows live departures for Borås to Gävle trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:58 AM Borås | 6h45 | 5:43 PM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:31 PM Borås | 10h33 | 10:04 AM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 159 Västtrafik · 100 Västtrafik+168 SJ+8104 Tåg i Bergslagen | 3:40 AM Borås | 10h09 | 1:49 PM Gävle | 4 transfers | |
| 100 Västtrafik+168 SJ · 170 SJ+8172 Tåg i Bergslagen | 5:30 AM Borås Centralstation | 12h01 | 5:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 100 Västtrafik+168 SJ+8104 Tåg i Bergslagen | 5:30 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h56 | 1:26 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 100 Västtrafik+168 SJ · 170 SJ+8170 Tåg i Bergslagen | 5:30 AM Borås Centralstation | 10h01 | 3:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 100 Västtrafik+168 SJ · 174 SJ+8172 Tåg i Bergslagen | 5:30 AM Borås Centralstation | 12h01 | 5:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 6 Västtrafik · 13828 Västtrafik+426 X 2000 · 274 SJ | 7:57 AM Borås | 7h21 | 3:18 PM Gävle | 5 transfers | |
| 13828 Västtrafik+426 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000 | 8:18 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h25 | 3:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 13828 Västtrafik+170 SJ+8170 Tåg i Bergslagen | 8:18 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h13 | 3:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 13828 Västtrafik+426 X 2000 · 274 SJ | 8:18 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h38 | 2:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 13828 Västtrafik+426 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000 | 8:18 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h25 | 2:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 550 Västtrafik+172 SJ · 430 X 2000 · 278 SJ | 9:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h54 | 4:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 550 Västtrafik+172 SJ · 174 SJ+8172 Tåg i Bergslagen | 9:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 8h29 | 5:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 550 Västtrafik+172 SJ · 174 SJ+8174 Tåg i Bergslagen | 9:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 10h29 | 7:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 6 Västtrafik · 13832 Västtrafik+174 SJ+8172 Tåg i Bergslagen | 10:27 AM Borås | 7h22 | 5:49 PM Gävle | 4 transfers | |
| 13832 Västtrafik+178 SJ · 180 SJ · 286 SJ | 10:45 AM Borås Centralstation | 10h11 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 13832 Västtrafik+178 SJ+8174 Tåg i Bergslagen | 10:45 AM Borås Centralstation | 8h46 | 7:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 13832 Västtrafik+174 SJ+8172 Tåg i Bergslagen | 10:45 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h46 | 5:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 13832 Västtrafik+180 SJ · 180 SJ · 286 SJ | 10:45 AM Borås Centralstation | 10h11 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 550 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik+178 SJ+8174 Tåg i Bergslagen | 11:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 8h29 | 7:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 550 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik+178 SJ · 180 SJ | 11:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 9h54 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
| 550 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik+180 SJ · 180 SJ | 11:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 9h54 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
| 6 Västtrafik · 13836 Västtrafik+434 X 2000 · 598 SJ 3000 | 11:57 AM Borås | 6h52 | 6:49 PM Gävle | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Borås to Gävle
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Trains from Borås to Gävle run on average 30 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (406 km) distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 252 miles (406 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 30 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SJ, TagiBergslagen, Swedish Railways (SJ), Västtrafik from Borås to Gävle trainsSJ, TagiBergslagen, Swedish Railways (SJ), Västtrafik trains will get you between Borås and Gävle from $46 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Borås to Gävle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Borås to Gävle 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 Gävle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Borås to Gävle
Most Borås to Gävle trains use the Borås Centralstation to Gävle Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Gävle, Vasaskolan. Use this guide to compare Borås and Gävle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Borås station do trains to Gävle leave from?
Getting to Borås Centralstation from Borås city centre
Borås Centralstation train station facilities and services
Borås Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Viskan, Café Bakgården
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Borås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Borås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Borås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Borås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Borås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Grand, Scandic Plaza Borås, Comfort Hotel Jazz.
Which Gävle station do trains from Borås arrive at?
Getting to Gävle Centralstation from Gävle city centre
Gävle Centralstation train station facilities and services
Gävle Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurang Matildas, Brända Bocken
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gävle Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gävle Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gävle Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gävle Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gävle Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Hotel Winn, Elite Grand Hotel Gävle, Scandic CH.
Most popular train connections from Borås
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