- Must visit
Marinmuseum
Sweden’s naval museum on Stumholmen, covering Karlskrona’s maritime history, warships, submarines, and the UNESCO naval base setting.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
56
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Karlskrona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Karlskrona will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Karlskrona without transferring at least once.
319 SJ+
8637 Krösatåg
319 SJ+
8633 Krösatåg
319 SJ+
8625 Krösatåg
319 SJ+
8629 Krösatåg
319 SJ+
1 Blekingetrafiken+
8625 Krösatåg
327 SJ+
8641 Krösatåg
343 SJ+
8673 Krösatåg
319 SJ+
8625 Krösatåg
327 SJ+
8641 Krösatåg+
2 Blekingetrafiken
319 SJ+
1 Blekingetrafiken+
8625 KrösatågOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Karlskrona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$53 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price |
5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Karlskrona:
A train is $22 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gothenburg to Karlskrona costing on average $75 (€61).
Other travel options to Karlskrona take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 1m.
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Karlskrona trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
327 SJ+ 8653 Krösatåg | 10:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h12 | 5:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
327 SJ+ 8641 Krösatåg+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 10:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h33 | 2:37 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
327 SJ+ 8645 Krösatåg | 10:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h12 | 3:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
327 SJ+ 8641 Krösatåg | 10:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h12 | 2:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
327 SJ+ 8649 Krösatåg | 10:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h12 | 4:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
327 SJ+ 8641 Krösatåg+ 2 Blekingetrafiken | 10:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h23 | 2:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
485 SJ 3000+ 1068 Öresundstågen | 10:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h33 | 4:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
485 SJ 3000+ 1064 Öresundstågen+ 8657 Krösatåg | 10:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h37 | 6:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
485 SJ 3000+ 1064 Öresundstågen+ 8661 Krösatåg | 10:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h37 | 7:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
485 SJ 3000+ 1068 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 10:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h48 | 4:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
485 SJ 3000+ 1064 Öresundstågen+ 8653 Krösatåg | 10:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h37 | 5:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1079 Öresundstågen · 1076 Öresundstågen | 10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h17 | 5:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1079 Öresundstågen · 1076 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h32 | 5:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+ 533 X 2000+ 1072 Öresundstågen | 11:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h39 | 5:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+ 533 X 2000+ 1072 Öresundstågen | 11:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h00 | 5:37 PM Karlskrona | 5 transfers | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1084 Öresundstågen | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h33 | 6:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1080 Öresundstågen+ 8665 Krösatåg | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h37 | 8:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1084 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h49 | 6:28 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1080 Öresundstågen+ 8669 Krösatåg | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h37 | 9:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1080 Öresundstågen+ 8661 Krösatåg | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h37 | 7:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1095 Öresundstågen · 1092 Öresundstågen | 12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h17 | 7:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1095 Öresundstågen · 1092 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h32 | 7:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
180 SJ+ 7241 Västtrafik+ 537 X 2000+ 1088 Öresundstågen | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h40 | 7:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
180 SJ+ 7241 Västtrafik+ 537 X 2000+ 1088 Öresundstågen | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h11 | 7:47 PM Karlskrona | 5 transfers | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1100 Öresundstågen | 2:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h33 | 8:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1100 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 2:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h48 | 8:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
1111 Öresundstågen · 1108 Öresundstågen | 2:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h17 | 9:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1111 Öresundstågen · 1108 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 2:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h32 | 9:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
339 SJ+ 8669 Krösatåg | 4:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h12 | 9:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
339 SJ+ 8673 Krösatåg | 4:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h12 | 10:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
339 SJ+ 8669 Krösatåg+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 4:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h43 | 9:47 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
491 SJ 3000+ 1116 Öresundstågen | 4:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h33 | 10:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
491 SJ 3000+ 1116 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 4:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h48 | 10:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
343 SJ+ 8673 Krösatåg+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 6:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h43 | 10:47 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
343 SJ+ 8673 Krösatåg | 6:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h12 | 10:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
X5 Västtrafik+ 493 X 2000+ 1132 Öresundstågen | 6:20 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 5h52 | 12:12 AM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
493 X 2000+ 1132 Öresundstågen | 6:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h33 | 12:12 AM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
493 X 2000+ 1132 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 6:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h50 | 5:29 AM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
11159 Öresundstågen+ 1242 Pågatåg+ 11000 Öresundstågen | 8:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h17 | 7:12 AM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
11159 Öresundstågen+ 1242 Pågatåg+ 11000 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 8:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h33 | 7:28 AM Karlskrona | 3 transfers | |
11159 Öresundstågen+ 1242 Pågatåg+ 11000 Öresundstågen+ 154 Blekingetrafiken | 8:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h35 | 7:30 AM Karlskrona | 3 transfers | |
11167 Öresundstågen+ 1852 Pågatåg+ 1004 Öresundstågen | 9:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h17 | 8:12 AM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
11167 Öresundstågen+ 1852 Pågatåg+ 1004 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 9:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h33 | 8:28 AM Karlskrona | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
319 SJ+ 1 Blekingetrafiken+ 8625 Krösatåg | 6:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h33 | 10:37 AM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
319 SJ+ 8629 Krösatåg | 6:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h12 | 11:16 AM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
319 SJ+ 8625 Krösatåg | 6:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h12 | 10:16 AM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
319 SJ+ 8637 Krösatåg | 6:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h12 | 1:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
319 SJ+ 8633 Krösatåg | 6:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h12 | 12:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
481 SJ 3000+ 1036 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 6:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h48 | 12:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
481 SJ 3000+ 1036 Öresundstågen | 6:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h33 | 12:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1047 Öresundstågen · 1044 Öresundstågen | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h17 | 1:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1047 Öresundstågen · 1044 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h32 | 1:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
168 SJ · 525 X 2000+ 1040 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h01 | 1:37 PM Karlskrona | 5 transfers | |
168 SJ · 525 X 2000+ 1040 Öresundstågen+ 8637 Krösatåg | 7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h40 | 1:16 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
483 SJ 3000+ 1052 Öresundstågen | 8:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h33 | 2:12 PM Karlskrona, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
483 SJ 3000+ 1052 Öresundstågen+ 1 Blekingetrafiken | 8:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h48 | 2:27 PM Karlskrona | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Gothenburg to Karlskrona run on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 30 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Karlskrona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Karlskrona trip today.
Sweden’s naval museum on Stumholmen, covering Karlskrona’s maritime history, warships, submarines, and the UNESCO naval base setting.
Regional museum with exhibitions on Blekinge’s cultural history, archaeology, city life, and temporary art and heritage displays.
Large private automobile museum featuring classic cars, motorcycles, memorabilia, and motoring culture exhibits.
Scenic island district with museums, waterfront walks, naval heritage, and some of Karlskrona’s most photogenic views.
Charming historic neighborhood of colorful wooden houses and narrow lanes, popular for relaxed walks and photography.
Main square of Karlskrona and an essential stop for appreciating the city’s grand baroque urban planning.
Pickled herring in sweet, spiced or mustard marinades. A classic Blekinge and Swedish coastal staple, especially common at holidays and smorgasbord tables.
Smoked salmon is widely eaten in the Karlskrona archipelago area, reflecting the local maritime food tradition. Often served cold with potatoes, dill and sauce.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, usually served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries and browned butter. A traditional everyday dish in southern Swedish coastal homes.
Established Karlskrona restaurant with a broad menu of Italian and European dishes, popular for reliable food and a relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known central restaurant focusing on steaks, grilled dishes and seafood in a lively, polished setting near the waterfront.
Long-running casual favorite known locally for pizza, kebab and quick meals, offering an easygoing setting in the city center.
Prices are moderate by Swedish standards. Cards dominate, and dining costs are the main expense for visitors.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great table service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares if desired.
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Karlskrona Centralstation, Karlskrona -> Stortorget, Karlskrona
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