The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gothenburg Centralstation for Skövde on Tue, Nov 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
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1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:02 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h20 | 10:22 AM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h12 | 10:37 AM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h30 | 3:54 PM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:59 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h17 | 4:16 PM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde
Trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 44 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 03:25 |
Last train 21:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde start from as low as $9 (€7) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $12 (€10) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 44 daily trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde with 29 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 12m but the average duration is 1h 15m
Train Operators
- Travel from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde with SJ, Västtrafik, VR, and Swedish Railways (SJ)
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is SJ.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 03:25 AM and the last at 09:30 PM
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg Centralstation and Skövde from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SJ
Västtrafik
VR
Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde 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 Skövde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg Centralstation to Skövde
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- Restaurang Sällskapet
- Restaurang Glädje
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Scandic Billingen
- Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
- Quality Hotel Prisma
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
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