The cheapest and fastest trains from Gällivare to Umeå
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
368 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gällivare to Umeå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gällivare to Umeå will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 4 trains that leave Gällivare for Umeå on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 368 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 5 h 46 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.
6:55 PM5h46Gällivare12:41 AMUmeå$711One-way0 transfers
9:54 AM5h30Gällivare3:24 PMUmeå$721One-way0 transfers
5:55 PM5h46Gällivare11:41 PMUmeå$721One-way0 transfers
3:22 PM5h42Gällivare9:04 PMUmeå$791One-way0 transfers
9:54 AM5h30Gällivare3:24 PMUmeå$721One-way0 transfers
3:22 PM5h42Gällivare9:04 PMUmeå$791One-way0 transfers
6:55 PM5h46Gällivare12:41 AMUmeå$711One-way0 transfers
5:55 PM5h46Gällivare11:41 PMUmeå$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gällivare to Umeå
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gällivare to Umeå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a bus costs an average of $69.
Distance: 228 miles (368 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m 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 Umeå:
A train is $9 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gällivare to Umeå costing on average $75 (€60).
Other travel options to Umeå take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
The journey is about 40m faster (5h 29m by train vs 6h 9m by car) and roughly $36 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($65 (€52) vs $101 (€81)). 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 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
Gällivare to Umeå train times
The table below shows live departures for Gällivare to Umeå trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7151 Norrtåg · 7103 Norrtåg | 7:13 AM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h20 | 12:33 PM Umeå East Station | 1 transfer | |
7151 Norrtåg · 7103 Norrtåg | 7:13 AM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h15 | 12:28 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
7151 Norrtåg · 7107 Norrtåg | 7:13 AM Gällivare resecentrum | 10h11 | 5:24 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
7153 Norrtåg · 7109 Norrtåg | 11:54 AM Gällivare resecentrum | 11h10 | 11:04 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
7153 Norrtåg · 7107 Norrtåg | 11:54 AM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h36 | 5:30 PM Umeå East Station | 1 transfer | |
7153 Norrtåg · 7107 Norrtåg | 11:54 AM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h30 | 5:24 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
7155 Norrtåg · 7109 Norrtåg | 5:22 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h42 | 11:04 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
7155 Norrtåg+ 93 SJ | 5:22 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 8h19 | 1:41 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
7155 Norrtåg · 7109 Norrtåg | 5:22 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h42 | 11:04 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
7155 Norrtåg · 7109 Norrtåg | 5:22 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h48 | 11:10 PM Umeå East Station | 1 transfer | |
99 SJ · 93 SJ | 7:58 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h43 | 1:41 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
99 SJ · 93 SJ+ 123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 7:58 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 9h06 | 5:04 AM Umeå | 2 transfers | |
99 SJ · 93 SJ | 7:58 PM Gällivare resecentrum | 5h43 | 1:41 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gällivare to Umeå
Trains from Gällivare to Umeå run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 228 miles (368 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 228 miles (368 km) |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Tågkompaniet Norrtåg, vy, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gällivare to Umeå trainsTågkompaniet Norrtåg, vy, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gällivare and Umeå from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tågkompaniet Norrtåg
vy
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Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Trains from Gällivare to Umeå
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gällivare to Umeå 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 Umeå, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gällivare to Umeå
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Lasarettsgatan.
- Restaurant Fjällnäs
- Vassara Grillen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- SEK 10
- Scandic Gällivare
- Quality Hotel Lapland
- Grand Hotel Lapland
- Located in the main hall
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Narvik and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Järnvägsallén.
- Rost Mat & Kaffe
- Tapas Bar Deli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 5
- Comfort Hotel Winn
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the main entrance.
- Café Östra Station
- Restaurant Rex
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Comfort Hotel Umeå City
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Walking distance to the University Hospital and the University
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