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Flygvapenmuseum
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Cheapest price on Sep 07
$48
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$66
Fastest journey on Sep 07
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
4 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 07
15
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Linköping will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Linköping without transferring at least once.
428 SJ+
2123 Mälartåg
426 SJ+
2119 Mälartåg
172 SJ+
8738 Östgötatrafiken+
8169 Tåg i Bergslagen
430 SJ+
2127 Mälartåg
27616 Jönköpings länstrafik+
7225 Västtrafik+
8740 Östgötatrafiken · 18840 Östgötatrafiken
428 SJ+
2123 Mälartåg
426 SJ+
2119 Mälartåg
430 SJ+
2127 Mälartåg
428 SJ+
42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+
2123 Mälartåg
42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+
430 SJ+
1 ÖstgötatrafikenOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, while a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Linköping:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Linköping costing on average $60 (€48).
Other travel options to Linköping take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
Tickets start at around $60 (€48) compared to roughly $59 (€48) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.71 (€-0.57). The journey takes 3h 22m versus 3h 1m 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 Gothenburg to Linköping trains for today, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
42 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik+ 192 SJ+ 7263 Västtrafik | 6:38 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 10h30 | 5:08 AM Linköping | 5 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik+ 2050 VR+ 551 SJ | 6:38 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4h45 | 11:23 PM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
2050 VR+ 551 SJ | 7:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h37 | 11:01 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
192 SJ+ 7263 Västtrafik+ 2 SJ | 7:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h23 | 3:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik+ 452 SJ+ 68599 Mälartåg | 8:09 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 11h29 | 7:38 AM Linköping | 5 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik+ 452 SJ+ 2103 Mälartåg | 8:09 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 11h59 | 8:08 AM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 29 Västtrafik+ 51159 Öresundståg · 6804 Öresundståg | 8:09 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 11h02 | 7:11 AM Linköping | 5 transfers | |
51159 Öresundståg · 6804 Öresundståg+ 520 SJ | 8:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h02 | 6:57 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
452 SJ+ 68599 Mälartåg+ 8813 Östgötatrafiken | 9:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h18 | 7:29 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
452 SJ+ 2103 Mälartåg | 9:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h44 | 7:55 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3490 Västtrafik · 7201 Västtrafik+ 27604 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8816 Östgötatrafiken | 10:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h00 | 8:30 AM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, September 7 | |||||
42 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik+ 319 SJ+ 3940 Snälltåget | 5:07 AM Gothenburg | 6h50 | 11:57 AM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik · 3426 Västtrafik · 7217 Västtrafik | 5:36 AM Gothenburg | 7h18 | 12:54 PM Linköping | 7 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik · 3426 Västtrafik · 7213 Västtrafik | 5:36 AM Gothenburg | 6h21 | 11:57 AM Linköping | 5 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+ 424 SJ · 593 SJ | 6:22 AM Gothenburg | 5h01 | 11:23 AM Linköping | 5 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik+ 168 SJ+ 7217 Västtrafik | 6:37 AM Gothenburg | 6h17 | 12:54 PM Linköping | 7 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik+ 426 SJ+ 10 Östgötatrafiken | 7:20 AM Gothenburg | 4h44 | 12:04 PM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
426 SJ+ 2119 Mälartåg | 8:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 11:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3532 Västtrafik · 3436 Västtrafik · 7225 Västtrafik+ 27616 Jönköpings länstrafik | 8:16 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h28 | 2:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 5 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+ 428 SJ+ 2123 Mälartåg | 8:30 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4h34 | 1:04 PM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
3234 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik · 7229 Västtrafik+ 27618 Jönköpings länstrafik | 8:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h00 | 3:30 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ+ 8169 Tåg i Bergslagen | 8:46 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 5h37 | 2:23 PM Linköping | 5 transfers | |
428 SJ+ 2123 Mälartåg | 9:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 12:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+ 430 SJ+ 2127 Mälartåg | 9:26 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4h37 | 2:03 PM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
172 SJ+ 8169 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 8738 Östgötatrafiken | 9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 2:14 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
430 SJ+ 2127 Mälartåg | 10:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 1:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Gothenburg to Linköping run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€25) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€25) |
Trains per day 31 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Linköping — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Linköping trip today.
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Open-air museum district with historic homes, craft workshops, and period streets. A classic place to explore Linköping’s past.
Museum in a historic manor telling the story of Linköping through exhibitions on everyday life, culture, and urban development.
Historic neighborhood of wooden houses, lanes, and museums. One of the city’s most atmospheric walking areas and a favorite with visitors.
Canal-side path and locks area popular for walks and cycling. Offers peaceful waterside views and a classic regional landscape.
Main central square framed by civic buildings and shopping streets. A practical starting point for exploring Linköping on foot.
Östgötsk kalops is a slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and warm spices, a hearty farmhouse dish long associated with Östergötland.
Raggmunk are crisp potato pancakes, traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries, a classic Swedish comfort meal common in the region.
Wallenbergare is a tender veal patty enriched with cream and egg, usually served with mashed potatoes, peas, and lingonberries in classic Swedish cooking.
Popular casual venue and bakery praised for quality lunches, coffee, pastries, and a relaxed local fika atmosphere.
Established restaurant known for seasonal Nordic cooking and a refined setting, suitable for a more formal dinner in central Linköping.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant focused on tasting menus and carefully plated Nordic flavors in an intimate, upscale setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is manageable and many places take cards, helping visitors control daily spending.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants usually include service; round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Linköping Centralstation -> Stora Torget
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Linköping 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 Linköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gothenburg to Linköping trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Linköping, Köpmansgränd station pair, with some services arriving at Linköping Centralstation. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Linköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
Göteborg Domkyrkan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars are present in the station.
Free wifi is available at the station. ATMs are aTMs are located in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Domkyrkan.
Available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Göteborg Grönsakstorget has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Limited dining options at the station
Free Wi-Fi available for passengers. ATMs are aTM services available at the station.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget.
Available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Wheelchair accessible.
Linköping, Köpmansgränd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food restaurants available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd.
Available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
Linköping 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: Restaurant Hamlet, Yogi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
Linköping, Eskadern is 1 km from Linköping city centre. Public transport options include:
Linköping, Eskadern has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a cafe and a fast food outlet.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Eskadern.
Available at Linköping, Eskadern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Eskadern: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
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