- Must visit
Norrbottens museum
Main county museum covering Norrbotten’s history, art, Sami culture, and contemporary exhibitions in central Luleå.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
5
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 $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gällivare for Luleå on Wed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 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 Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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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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 |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $45 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 $15 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gällivare to Luleå costing on average $47 (€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 ($32 (€26) vs $45 (€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, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:22 PM Gällivare | 2h43 | 6:05 PM Luleå | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 PM Gällivare | 2h28 | 8:23 PM Luleå | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:58 PM Gällivare | 2h21 | 8:19 PM Luleå | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Gällivare | 2h28 | 9:23 PM Luleå | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
7151 Norrtåg · 7183 Norrtåg | 6:17 AM Gällivare resecentrum | 3h06 | 9:23 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
7153 Norrtåg | 2:00 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 3h12 | 5:12 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7155 Norrtåg | 4:24 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 3h26 | 7:50 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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Discover the best of Luleå — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luleå trip today.
Main county museum covering Norrbotten’s history, art, Sami culture, and contemporary exhibitions in central Luleå.
Open-air heritage museum in Gammelstad with historic buildings and exhibits explaining life in the church town and region.
Contemporary art hall at Konstnärernas Hus showing rotating exhibitions by regional and national artists.
Scenic waterfront promenade with sea views, public art, and space for walking, especially pleasant in bright summer evenings.
Charming lanes and open spaces within the UNESCO church town, best explored slowly for architecture and historic atmosphere.
Compact city center street with shops, events, and everyday urban life, ideal for browsing central Luleå on foot.
Fermented Baltic herring with a sharp aroma, traditionally eaten in northern Sweden with flatbread, potatoes, and onions. A classic Norrland specialty.
Small vendace roe from the Bothnian Bay, prized for its clean salty taste. Often served on toast or with sour cream and onion as a regional delicacy.
Thin, soft flatbread from northern Sweden, traditionally baked with barley or rye. It is a staple with local fish, cheese, or cured meats.
Fine dining restaurant in the Clarion Hotel with refined Norrbotten ingredients, tasting menus, and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Well-known brasserie in central Luleå serving Swedish and European dishes in a lively, stylish room. Good for dinner, drinks, and a polished casual meal.
Established casual venue known for hearty Swedish meals, burgers, and local favorites in a relaxed pub atmosphere near the city center.
Luleå is pricier than many European cities. Hotels, dining, and alcohol cost more, but local buses are reasonable and card payments are easy.
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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Luleå Centralstation -> Stadsparken, Luleå
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gällivare to Luleå 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 Luleå, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gällivare to Luleå trains use the Gällivare resecentrum to Luleå, Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Luleå, Busstation. Use this guide to compare Gällivare and Luleå train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gällivare resecentrum 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: Restaurant Fjällnäs, Vassara Grillen
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gällivare resecentrum. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gällivare resecentrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gällivare resecentrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gällivare resecentrum: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gällivare resecentrum: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Gällivare, Quality Hotel Lapland, Grand Hotel Lapland.
Luleå, 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: Nooris Kök & Bar, Bistro Norrland
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luleå, Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luleå, Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luleå, Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luleå, Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luleå, Centralstation: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Lulea, Elite Stadshotellet Luleå, Clarion Hotel Sense.
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