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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station 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 Stockholm Central Station will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 35 trains that leave Gothenburg Centralstation for Stockholm Central Station on Wed, Aug 26, 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
450 SJ 30008:11 PM3h33Gothenburg Centralstation11:44 PMStockholm Central Station$281One-way0 transfers- 400 X 20005:04 AM3h54Gothenburg Centralstation8:58 AMStockholm Central Station$281One-way0 transfers
2012 VR Snabbtåg5:25 AM3h27Gothenburg Centralstation8:52 AMStockholm Central Station$391One-way0 transfers- 2050 VR Snabbtåg7:24 PM3h33Gothenburg Centralstation10:57 PMStockholm Central Station$431One-way0 transfers
- 448 X 20007:11 PM3h28Gothenburg Centralstation10:39 PMStockholm Central Station$461One-way0 transfers
- 420 X 20005:11 AM3h24Gothenburg Centralstation8:35 AMStockholm Central Station$761One-way0 transfers
- 430 X 200010:11 AM3h25Gothenburg Centralstation1:36 PMStockholm Central Station$761One-way0 transfers
- 424 X 20007:11 AM3h27Gothenburg Centralstation10:38 AMStockholm Central Station$971One-way0 transfers
- 2012 VR Snabbtåg5:25 AM3h27Gothenburg Centralstation8:52 AMStockholm Central Station$391One-way0 transfers
- 426 X 20008:11 AM3h28Gothenburg Centralstation11:39 AMStockholm Central Station$1101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 246 miles (396 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price | $207 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station:
A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station costing on average $58.
A train is $153 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station costing on average $207.
Other travel options to Stockholm Central Station take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 41m.
Bus takes on average 5h 7m.
The journey is about 15m faster (4h 41m by train vs 4h 56m by car) and roughly $51 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($54 vs $105). 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 SJ, VR, Tågab, FlixTrain, Snälltåget, 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
Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 VR Snabbtåg | 5:25 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 8:52 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 164 SJ | 5:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 10:44 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 422 X 2000 | 6:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 9:43 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2004 VR Snabbtåg | 6:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 10:02 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 424 X 2000 | 7:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 10:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2006 VR Snabbtåg | 7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 10:56 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 168 SJ | 7:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 12:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 426 X 2000 | 8:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 11:39 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 170 SJ | 8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 1:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 428 X 2000 | 9:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 12:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 172 SJ | 9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 2:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 430 X 2000 | 10:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h25 | 1:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2032 VR Snabbtåg | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h35 | 1:59 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 174 SJ | 10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 3:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 432 X 2000 | 11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 2:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 434 X 2000 | 12:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 3:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2036 VR Snabbtåg | 12:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 4:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 178 SJ | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 5:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 436 X 2000 | 1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 4:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 180 SJ | 1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 6:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 438 X 2000 | 2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 5:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 182 SJ | 2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 7:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 440 X 2000 | 3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 6:41 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2042 VR Snabbtåg | 3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 6:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 184 SJ | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 8:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 442 X 2000 | 4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 7:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 186 SJ | 4:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 9:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 444 X 2000 | 5:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 8:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2046 VR Snabbtåg | 5:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 9:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 446 X 2000 | 6:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 9:43 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 448 X 2000 | 7:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 10:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 7:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 10:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 450 SJ 3000 | 8:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 11:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2052 VR Snabbtåg | 8:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 11:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
495 X 2000 · 2 SJ+ 1836 Pågatåg | 8:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h21 | 6:00 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
| 400 X 2000 | 5:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h54 | 8:58 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 420 X 2000 | 5:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h24 | 8:35 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station
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Trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:19, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (396 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 246 miles (396 km) |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 2:19 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SJ, VR, Tågab, FlixTrain, Västtrafik, Snälltåget, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station trainsSJ, VR, Tågab, FlixTrain, Västtrafik, Snälltåget, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg Centralstation and Stockholm Central Station from $19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station 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 Stockholm Central Station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station
Most Gothenburg Centralstation to Stockholm Central Station trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg Centralstation and Stockholm Central Station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Göteborg Centralstation from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Centralstation train station facilities and services
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
Getting to Stockholm Centralstation from Stockholm city centre
Stockholm Centralstation train station facilities and services
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Gothenburg Centralstation
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