Gothenburg to Jönköping train with Västtrafik

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Jönköping

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Cheapest price

$24

Average price

$33

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 30 m

Trains per day

64

Distance

130 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Jönköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gothenburg to Jönköping will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Jönköping without transferring at least once.

Västtrafik3482 Västtrafik · 7267 Västtrafik
08:30PM2h38
Gothenburg Centralstation
11:08PMJönköping Centralstation
$241One-way
1 transfer
Västtrafik3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik
11:30AM2h30
Gothenburg Centralstation
02:00PMJönköping Centralstation
$241One-way
1 transfer
Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik · 7213 Västtrafik
06:30AM2h30
Gothenburg Centralstation
09:00AMJönköping Centralstation
$241One-way
1 transfer
SJ164 SJ+Västtrafik7209 Västtrafik
05:29AM2h31
Gothenburg Centralstation
08:00AMJönköping Centralstation
$251One-way
1 transfer
SJ164 SJ+Västtrafik7217 Västtrafik
05:29AM4h31
Gothenburg Centralstation
10:00AMJönköping Centralstation
$251One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Gothenburg to Jönköping

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Jönköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €14.

Distance: 80 miles (130 km)

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Bus

€20

Average price

€11

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Cheapest

2h 17m

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Fastest

1h 47m

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2h 42m

Average total duration

2h 12m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

Gothenburg to Jönköping train times

The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Jönköping trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:20 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
sj182 SJ+vasttrafik7253 Västtrafik1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h33
6:02 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj182 SJ+vasttrafik7257 Västtrafik1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
7:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj182 SJ+vasttrafik7249 Västtrafik1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h34
5:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj182 SJ+vasttrafik7245 Västtrafik1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h34
4:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3558 Västtrafik · 3460 Västtrafik · 7257 Västtrafik1:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h26
7:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3558 Västtrafik · 3460 Västtrafik · 7245 Västtrafik1:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h28
4:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3558 Västtrafik · 3460 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik1:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h27
6:02 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3558 Västtrafik · 3460 Västtrafik · 7249 Västtrafik1:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h28
5:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj184 SJ+vasttrafik7249 Västtrafik2:06 PM Gothenburg
2h57
5:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj184 SJ+vasttrafik7249 Västtrafik2:07 PM Gothenburg
2h56
5:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
sj184 SJ+vasttrafik7253 Västtrafik2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h33
6:02 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj184 SJ+vasttrafik7249 Västtrafik2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h34
5:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj184 SJ+vasttrafik7261 Västtrafik2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj184 SJ+vasttrafik7257 Västtrafik2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h32
7:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3562 Västtrafik · 3464 Västtrafik · 7261 Västtrafik2:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h26
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3562 Västtrafik · 3464 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik2:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h27
6:02 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3562 Västtrafik · 3464 Västtrafik · 7257 Västtrafik2:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h26
7:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
sj186 SJ+vasttrafik7263 Västtrafik3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h43
9:07 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj186 SJ+vasttrafik7261 Västtrafik3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h37
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj186 SJ+vasttrafik7257 Västtrafik3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h37
7:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj186 SJ+vasttrafik7253 Västtrafik3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h38
6:02 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3466 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h32
6:02 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3466 Västtrafik · 7257 Västtrafik3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h31
7:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3466 Västtrafik · 7261 Västtrafik3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h31
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3566 Västtrafik · 3468 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik3:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h27
6:02 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik13420 Västtrafik · 7261 Västtrafik4:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h36
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik13420 Västtrafik · 7263 Västtrafik4:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h42
9:07 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik13420 Västtrafik · 7257 Västtrafik4:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h36
7:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3470 Västtrafik · 7263 Västtrafik4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h37
9:07 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3470 Västtrafik · 7257 Västtrafik4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h31
7:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3470 Västtrafik · 7261 Västtrafik4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h31
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3570 Västtrafik · 3472 Västtrafik · 7261 Västtrafik4:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h26
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik · 3474 Västtrafik · 7261 Västtrafik5:07 PM Gothenburg
2h54
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik · 3474 Västtrafik · 7261 Västtrafik5:08 PM Gothenburg
2h53
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vrgroup12046 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7263 Västtrafik5:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h43
9:07 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12046 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7261 Västtrafik5:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h37
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3474 Västtrafik · 7263 Västtrafik5:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h37
9:07 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3474 Västtrafik · 7261 Västtrafik5:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h31
8:01 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3478 Västtrafik · 7263 Västtrafik6:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h37
9:07 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3402 Västtrafik · 7209 Västtrafik11:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h30
7:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3402 Västtrafik · 7217 Västtrafik11:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
9h30
9:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3402 Västtrafik · 7213 Västtrafik11:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h30
8:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
Saturday, December 6
sj164 SJ+vasttrafik7209 Västtrafik4:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h31
7:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj164 SJ+vasttrafik7217 Västtrafik4:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h31
9:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj164 SJ+vasttrafik7223 Västtrafik4:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
10:01 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj164 SJ+vasttrafik7213 Västtrafik4:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h31
8:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12060 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7213 Västtrafik4:59 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h01
8:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12060 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7223 Västtrafik4:59 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h02
10:01 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12060 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7217 Västtrafik4:59 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h01
9:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3426 Västtrafik · 7225 Västtrafik5:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h30
11:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3426 Västtrafik · 7217 Västtrafik5:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h30
9:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3426 Västtrafik · 7213 Västtrafik5:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h30
8:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3426 Västtrafik · 7223 Västtrafik5:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h31
10:01 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj168 SJ+vasttrafik7229 Västtrafik6:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h31
12:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj168 SJ+vasttrafik7225 Västtrafik6:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h31
11:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj168 SJ+vasttrafik7223 Västtrafik6:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h32
10:01 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj168 SJ+vasttrafik7217 Västtrafik6:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h31
9:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+vasttrafik7223 Västtrafik7:05 AM Gothenburg
2h56
10:01 AM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj170 SJ+vasttrafik7223 Västtrafik7:06 AM Gothenburg
2h55
10:01 AM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
sj170 SJ+vasttrafik7233 Västtrafik7:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h31
1:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj170 SJ+vasttrafik7225 Västtrafik7:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h31
11:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj170 SJ+vasttrafik7229 Västtrafik7:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h31
12:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj170 SJ+vasttrafik7223 Västtrafik7:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h32
10:01 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12028 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7225 Västtrafik8:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h36
11:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12028 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7229 Västtrafik8:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h36
12:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj172 SJ+vasttrafik7225 Västtrafik8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h31
11:00 AM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj172 SJ+vasttrafik7229 Västtrafik8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h31
12:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3538 Västtrafik · 3440 Västtrafik · 7229 Västtrafik8:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h25
12:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3538 Västtrafik · 3440 Västtrafik · 7237 Västtrafik8:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h25
2:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3538 Västtrafik · 3440 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik8:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h25
1:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
sj174 SJ+vasttrafik7241 Västtrafik9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h30
2:59 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj174 SJ+vasttrafik7229 Västtrafik9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h31
12:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj174 SJ+vasttrafik7233 Västtrafik9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h31
1:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj174 SJ+vasttrafik7237 Västtrafik9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h31
2:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3446 Västtrafik · 7237 Västtrafik10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h30
2:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3446 Västtrafik · 7241 Västtrafik10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h29
2:59 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h30
1:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3446 Västtrafik · 7245 Västtrafik10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h33
4:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj178 SJ+vasttrafik7241 Västtrafik11:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h30
2:59 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj178 SJ+vasttrafik7237 Västtrafik11:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h31
2:00 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj178 SJ+vasttrafik7245 Västtrafik11:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h34
4:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3550 Västtrafik · 3452 Västtrafik · 7245 Västtrafik11:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h28
4:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3550 Västtrafik · 3452 Västtrafik · 7241 Västtrafik11:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h24
2:59 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik3550 Västtrafik · 3452 Västtrafik · 7249 Västtrafik11:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h28
5:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
vrgroup12036 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7241 Västtrafik12:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h35
2:59 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12036 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7249 Västtrafik12:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
4h39
5:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12036 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik7245 Västtrafik12:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
3h39
4:03 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer
sj180 SJ+vasttrafik7241 Västtrafik12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h30
2:59 PM Jönköping Centralstation1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Jönköping

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Trains from Gothenburg to Jönköping run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 2h 27m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10 (€8)
Distance
80 miles (130 km)
Average train duration
1h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
$17 (€14)
Trains per day
24
Fastest train
2h 27m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:52
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10 (€8)

Train companies: Västtrafik, SJ, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg to Jönköping trainsVästtrafik, SJ, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg and Jönköping from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Västtrafik

About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€14)
Västtrafik frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

SJ

About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€19)
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
VR frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Swedish Railways (SJ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
$45 (€36)
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
7 a day

Traveling by train from Gothenburg to Jönköping

The train connection between Gothenburg and Jönköping is well-serviced, providing a convenient travel option for visitors. The journey is operated by several providers including Västtrafik, SJ, and MTR Express. With frequent departures throughout the day, travelers can enjoy comfortable rides while taking in the scenic Swedish countryside along the way.

Train Connection: Gothenburg to Jönköping

The train connection between Gothenburg and Jönköping takes approximately 2 hours and 1 minute. There is 1 direct connection available per day, departing from Göteborg Centralstation and arriving at Jönköping Centralstation.

Gothenburg to Jönköping Train Connection

The first daily train from Gothenburg departs at 09:59, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the beautiful landscapes of Sweden. The last journey of the day leaves Jönköping at 20:00, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their stay before heading back.

Train Tickets Price for Gothenburg to Jönköping

The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Gothenburg to Jönköping is €13. The average ticket price typically hovers around €15, making it a budget-friendly option for travelers looking to explore these two Swedish cities.

Exploring Jönköping County: A Journey Through History and Nature

Welcome to Jönköping County Museum, a treasure trove of local history that dates back to its establishment in 1897. This museum not only showcases the rich cultural heritage of the region but also features unique exhibits on everything from ancient artifacts to contemporary art, making it an essential stop for anyone wanting to understand Jönköping's evolution over time. As you explore its halls, you'll discover how this institution has become a vital part of preserving and celebrating our community’s stories.

Next up is the Matchstick Museum, which offers a fascinating glimpse into Sweden's industrial past as one of the world's leading match producers during the late 19th century. Here, you’ll find intriguing displays detailing both innovative manufacturing techniques and quirky anecdotes about match production that highlight its significance in everyday life at that time. The museum stands out with its extensive collection of vintage matchboxes adorned with colorful artwork—each telling their own story while showcasing creativity alongside industry.

Finally, we arrive at Lake Vättern—a stunning natural landmark known for being Sweden’s second-largest lake and one of Europe’s clearest bodies of water. Its historical importance stretches back centuries as it served as a crucial trade route and continues today as a beloved recreational area offering activities like fishing, boating, and hiking along picturesque shores. Unique features such as crystal-clear waters teeming with diverse wildlife make Lake Vättern not just beautiful but also an ecological gem worth exploring during your visit!

FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Jönköping

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Jönköping 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 Jönköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
To fully explore Jönköping, including its cultural sites, scenic Vättern lake, and nearby attractions like Gränna and Visingsö island, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
A day trip from Gothenburg to Jönköping may not be feasible as the journey takes 2h 27m. However, there are 24 train trips available per day, covering a distance of 80 miles (130 km).
In Jönköping, you can explore the Spira Cultural Center for concerts, theater performances, and art exhibitions in a modern venue. Relax at Jönköpings Stadspark, featuring a zoo, playgrounds, and walking trails. Visit Gränna, a charming town known for traditional candy-making. Discover various events at the Elmia Exhibition and Convention Centre. Learn about industrial history at the Huskvarna Factory Museum. Enjoy Vättern Lake for swimming and boating, and visit the Jönköping County Museum for regional history. The Tändsticksmuseet offers insights into matchstick production, and the Rosenlunds Rosarium is perfect for rose enthusiasts.
The distance by train from Gothenburg to Jönköping is 80 miles (130 km).
Yes, the train journey from Gothenburg to Jönköping is quite scenic, offering views of lush forests, picturesque lakes, and charming Swedish countryside landscapes along the way.
The first train from Gothenburg to Jönköping leaves at 12:02 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Gothenburg to Jönköping.
The last train from Gothenburg to Jönköping leaves at 11:52 PM.
Train ticket prices from Gothenburg to Jönköping can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $17 (€14), while the average price is around $25 (€20).
There is no direct train service currently available from Gothenburg to Jönköping.
The cheapest way to get from Gothenburg to Jönköping is by bus, with a cost of around $10 (€8).
Yes, you can take the train from Gothenburg to Jönköping.
The train from Gothenburg to Jönköping takes 2h 27m and runs 24 per day.
The train station in Gothenburg that goes to Jönköping is Gothenburg Centralstation, which connects to Jönköping Centralstation.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gothenburg to Jönköping.

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Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Jönköping

Gothenburg
Jönköping
The major train station for departures in Gothenburg is Göteborg Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göteborg Centralstation for your trip from Gothenburg to Jönköping.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Wifi
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  • The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
Lockers
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  • There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
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  • Burger King
  • Espresso House
  • Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
  • Franks gatukök
  • Fruit & Berry
  • Happy M Kitchen
  • Le Croissant
  • Lilla London
  • Metropolitan
  • Mr. Shou
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  • 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.
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  • Hotel Royal
  • Hotel Pigalle
  • ProfilHotels | Opera
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  • Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
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  • Opposite the taxi station.
Public transit options for Göteborg Centralstation
  • 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
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Distance to city center
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