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Norrbottens museum
Regional museum with exhibitions on Norrbotten’s history, Sami culture, archaeology, and art. A strong introduction to Luleå and northern Sweden.
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
10 h 37 m
Average duration
11 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gävle to Luleå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gävle to Luleå will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gävle for Luleå on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 601 km distance in an average of 11 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 37 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 12 h 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gävle to Luleå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $67, and a bus costs an average of $114.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$93 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 33m Average total duration Fastest 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 10m Average total duration 17h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gävle to Luleå:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gävle to Luleå costing on average $114 (€93).
Other travel options to Luleå take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 40m.
Tickets start at around $93 (€76) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-61.24 (€-49.92). The journey takes 11h 3m versus 8h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Gävle to Luleå trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:53 PM Gävle | 12h00 | 10:53 AM Luleå | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Gävle to Luleå run on average 14 times per day, taking around 11h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€54) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 10h 37m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average train duration 11h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€54) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 37m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Regional museum with exhibitions on Norrbotten’s history, Sami culture, archaeology, and art. A strong introduction to Luleå and northern Sweden.
Open-air museum with historic buildings from the region, offering a look at traditional life in coastal Norrbotten.
Interactive science center and technology museum popular with families, featuring hands-on exhibits connected to northern industry and engineering.
Central waterfront promenade and public space with views over the harbor. A popular place for walks, events, and winter sea-ice scenery.
Seasonal ice track on the frozen sea, one of Luleå’s most distinctive winter experiences for walking, skating, and iconic cold-season photos.
Main central street lined with shops, civic buildings, and everyday city life. Useful for exploring the heart of Luleå on foot.
Protected-designation vendace roe from the northern Bothnian Bay, often served on toast or blini with red onion and sour cream. It is one of the region’s most famous delicacies.
Thinly sliced sautéed reindeer, commonly served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and creamy sauce. It is a classic dish of northern Sweden and Sápmi.
Lightly smoked reindeer meat, traditionally pan-fried and served in flatbread or with potatoes. It is strongly associated with Sami food culture in the north.
Well-known Luleå restaurant with a refined Nordic menu focused on seasonal northern ingredients in an intimate, modern setting.
Established city-center restaurant and bar known for grilled meats, seafood, and a polished brasserie atmosphere. Popular for quality ingredients and strong wine list.
Popular casual venue for craft beer and burgers with a lively atmosphere. Good option for an informal dinner in central Luleå.
Moderate by Swedish standards. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but casual dining and local transport are manageable.
Service is included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Luleå Centralstation, Luleå -> Storgatan, Luleå
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gävle 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 Gävle to Luleå trains use the Gävle, Vasaskolan to Luleå, Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Luleå, Busstation. Use this guide to compare Gävle and Luleå train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
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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