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Norrbottens museum
Regional museum covering Norrbotten history, culture, archaeology, and temporary exhibitions in central Luleå.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gällivare to Luleå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gällivare to Luleå will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gällivare for Luleå on Fri, Jun 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 185 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
7153 Norrtåg
7155 Norrtåg
99 SJ
99 SJ
7153 Norrtåg
7155 NorrtågOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gällivare to Luleå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gällivare to Luleå:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gällivare to Luleå costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to Luleå take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
The journey is about 22m faster (2h 39m by train vs 3h 1m by car) and roughly $13 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($33 (€26) vs $46 (€37)). 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 Tågkompaniet Norrtåg, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ), Vy Norrtåg.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Gällivare to Luleå trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7153 Norrtåg | 2:00 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 3h12 | 5:12 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7155 Norrtåg | 4:25 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 3h25 | 7:50 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 SJ | 7:39 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 2h23 | 10:02 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Gällivare to Luleå run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Regional museum covering Norrbotten history, culture, archaeology, and temporary exhibitions in central Luleå.
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Open-air museum with historic buildings, traditional northern environments, and seasonal heritage activities on the outskirts of Luleå.
Popular waterfront promenade and gathering area with sea views, events, and one of the city’s most photographed urban settings.
Historic district around the church town, ideal for walking among preserved cottages and experiencing one of Luleå’s most atmospheric areas.
Seasonal ice track on the frozen sea, famous in winter for walking, skating, and scenic northern coastal views.
Delicate vendace roe from the northern Bothnian Bay, often served on toast or blinis with red onion and sour cream. It is one of Norrbotten’s most celebrated regional specialties.
Traditional Sámi smoked reindeer meat, usually lightly salted and pan-fried, commonly served in flatbread or with potatoes. It is a signature northern dish.
Thinly sliced sautéed reindeer, typically cooked with cream and served with mashed potatoes and lingonberries. A classic dish across Swedish Lapland.
Well-known fine dining restaurant in central Luleå focusing on seasonal Norrbotten ingredients, refined tasting menus, and an intimate atmosphere.
Established upscale restaurant and wine bar known for grilled meat, seafood, and polished service in a stylish city-center setting.
Popular central bistro with a long-standing reputation for well-prepared Swedish and European dishes in a relaxed but smart atmosphere.
Moderate by Swedish standards. Food and coffee are manageable, but hotels and alcohol can be pricey.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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