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Länsmuseet Gävleborg
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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 $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 trains from Borås to Gävle, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 8 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 10 h 33 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.

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Trains from Borås to Gävle run on average 38 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 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 4h 29m.
Distance 252 miles (406 km) |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 38 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Borås to Gävle.
The table below shows live departures for Borås to Gävle trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3822 Västtrafik+ 8188 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 164 SJ Regional | 5:16 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h15 | 12:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
8 Västtrafik · 3824 Västtrafik · 3426 Västtrafik+ 8168 Tåg i Bergslagen | 5:49 AM Borås | 7h42 | 1:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
3824 Västtrafik+ 2004 VR+ 268 SJ InterCity | 6:05 AM Borås Centralstation | 5h51 | 11:56 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
3824 Västtrafik · 3426 Västtrafik+ 8168 Tåg i Bergslagen | 6:05 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h26 | 1:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
5 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik+ 2006 VR+ 570 SJ Snabbtåg | 6:23 AM Borås | 6h19 | 12:42 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
550 Västtrafik+ 2006 VR+ 570 SJ Snabbtåg | 6:32 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h10 | 12:42 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
5 Västtrafik · 3826 Västtrafik · 3428 Västtrafik+ 2006 VR | 6:38 AM Borås | 6h04 | 12:42 PM Gävle Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
1 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik · 3826 Västtrafik · 3428 Västtrafik | 6:43 AM Borås | 5h59 | 12:42 PM Gävle Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
5 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik+ 8190 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 168 SJ Regional | 6:53 AM Borås | 7h38 | 2:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
3826 Västtrafik · 3428 Västtrafik+ 2006 VR+ 570 SJ Snabbtåg | 6:59 AM Borås Centralstation | 5h43 | 12:42 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
8 Västtrafik · 3828 Västtrafik+ 426 SJ Snabbtåg+ 10 SJ InterCity | 7:42 AM Borås | 6h03 | 1:45 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
1 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik · 3828 Västtrafik+ 10 SJ InterCity | 7:44 AM Borås | 6h01 | 1:45 PM Gävle Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
3828 Västtrafik+ 10 SJ InterCity+ 426 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:01 AM Borås Centralstation | 5h44 | 1:45 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
3830 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional+ 428 SJ Snabbtåg · 574 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:23 AM Borås | 6h20 | 2:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
8170 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 5 Västtrafik · 3830 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional | 8:23 AM Borås | 7h08 | 3:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
3830 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional+ 428 SJ Snabbtåg · 574 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:40 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h03 | 2:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
8170 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 3830 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional | 8:40 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h51 | 3:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
5 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik+ 8192 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 172 SJ Regional | 8:53 AM Borås | 7h38 | 4:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
550 Västtrafik+ 8192 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 172 SJ Regional | 9:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h29 | 4:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
8172 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 3 Västtrafik · 3832 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:07 AM Borås | 7h24 | 5:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
2032 VR+ 3 Västtrafik · 3832 Västtrafik+ 576 SJ Snabbtåg | 10:07 AM Borås | 5h36 | 3:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
2 Västtrafik · 3832 Västtrafik+ 2032 VR+ 576 SJ Snabbtåg | 10:16 AM Borås | 5h27 | 3:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
2 Västtrafik · 3832 Västtrafik+ 8172 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:16 AM Borås | 7h15 | 5:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
3832 Västtrafik+ 2032 VR+ 576 SJ Snabbtåg | 10:29 AM Borås Centralstation | 5h14 | 3:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
8172 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 3832 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:29 AM Borås Centralstation | 7h02 | 5:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
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Länsmuseet Gävleborg explores regional history, art, and design through strong permanent displays and well-curated temporary exhibitions.
Railway Museum is one of Sweden’s leading transport museums, featuring historic trains, hands-on exhibits, and rich rail heritage.
Gävle Konstcentrum presents contemporary art in a central venue, with changing exhibitions that highlight Swedish and international artists.
Gamla Gefle is Gävle’s charming old town, with wooden houses, narrow lanes, and one of the city’s most atmospheric walking areas.
Boulognerskogen is a beloved central park with paths, lawns, water, and play areas, ideal for relaxed walks and everyday local life.
Stortorget is the main square in central Gävle, a practical meeting point surrounded by shops, civic buildings, and city activity.
Pickled Baltic herring, often served with potatoes, sour cream, and crispbread. A classic Gästrikland and Swedish coastal staple tied to local fishing traditions.
Fermented Baltic herring with a strong aroma, traditionally eaten with thin bread, potatoes, and onion. A famous northern Swedish delicacy known across the region.
Creamy rice porridge served warm, often at Christmas with cinnamon and sugar. A beloved Swedish comfort dish commonly eaten in Gävle homes and cafés.
Refined dining venue in central Gävle known for seasonal Nordic cooking, tasting menus, and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known classic café linked to Gävle's famous goat. Good for Swedish fika, pastries, sandwiches, and a central historic atmosphere.
Established bakery and café favored for bread, cakes, sandwiches, and coffee. A reliable stop for traditional Swedish fika in Gävle.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is reasonable and costs are usually lower than Stockholm.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Most Borås to Gävle trains use the Borås Centralstation to Gävle Centralstation station pair. 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.
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 options include: Restaurant Viskan, Café Bakgården
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Borås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Borås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Borås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Borås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Grand, Scandic Plaza Borås, Comfort Hotel Jazz.
Knalleland station is 1 km from Borås city centre. Public transport options include:
Knalleland station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Knalleland station.
ATMs are available at Knalleland station.
Available at Knalleland station: Parking, WC.
Available at Knalleland station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Knalleland station.
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 options include: Restaurang Matildas, Brända Bocken
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gävle Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gävle Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gävle Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gävle Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gävle Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Hotel Winn, Elite Grand Hotel Gävle, Scandic CH.
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