The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Linköping
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
97
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 $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Linköping without transferring at least once.
448 X 2000 · 551 X 2000
2032 VR Snabbtåg+
2131 Mälartåg
2032 VR Snabbtåg+
2139 Mälartåg
2032 VR Snabbtåg+
2135 Mälartåg
2042 VR Snabbtåg+
2159 Mälartåg
432 X 2000+
2131 Mälartåg
432 X 2000+
2131 Mälartåg
444 X 2000+
2155 Mälartåg
444 X 2000+
2155 Mälartåg
428 X 2000+
2123 MälartågTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Gothenburg to Linköping
Omio 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 prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€50 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Linköping train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Linköping trains for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
164 SJ+ 7209 Västtrafik+ 526 X 2000 | 4:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h19 | 8:55 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
422 X 2000+ 2111 Mälartåg | 5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 8:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
422 X 2000+ 2111 Mälartåg+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 10:02 AM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
424 X 2000+ 2115 Mälartåg+ 8727 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 11:02 AM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
424 X 2000+ 2115 Mälartåg+ 527 X 2000+ 30 Östgötatrafiken | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 11:02 AM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
424 X 2000+ 2115 Mälartåg+ 3941 Snälltåget | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h43 | 10:00 AM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
426 X 2000+ 2119 Mälartåg | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 10:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
426 X 2000+ 2119 Mälartåg+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 12:02 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
428 X 2000+ 2123 Mälartåg+ 12 Östgötatrafiken · 555 Östgötatrafiken | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h16 | 1:33 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
428 X 2000+ 2123 Mälartåg+ 543 Östgötatrafiken · 555 Östgötatrafiken | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h16 | 1:33 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
428 X 2000+ 2123 Mälartåg | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 11:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000+ 2127 Mälartåg | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 12:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000+ 2127 Mälartåg+ 13 Östgötatrafiken · 70 Östgötatrafiken | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h32 | 1:49 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
430 X 2000+ 2127 Mälartåg+ 70 Östgötatrafiken | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h32 | 1:49 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
432 X 2000+ 2131 Mälartåg+ 70 Östgötatrafiken | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h32 | 2:49 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
432 X 2000+ 2131 Mälartåg | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 1:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
432 X 2000+ 2131 Mälartåg+ 21 Östgötatrafiken · 70 Östgötatrafiken | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h32 | 2:49 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
434 X 2000+ 2135 Mälartåg | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h34 | 2:51 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
434 X 2000+ 2135 Mälartåg+ 70 Östgötatrafiken | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h20 | 3:37 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
434 X 2000+ 2135 Mälartåg+ 12 Östgötatrafiken · 70 Östgötatrafiken | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h20 | 3:37 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
436 X 2000+ 2139 Mälartåg | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 3:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
436 X 2000+ 2139 Mälartåg+ 70 Östgötatrafiken | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h14 | 4:31 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
438 X 2000+ 2143 Mälartåg | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 4:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
438 X 2000+ 2143 Mälartåg+ 71 Östgötatrafiken | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h12 | 5:29 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
438 X 2000+ 2143 Mälartåg+ 10 Östgötatrafiken · 71 Östgötatrafiken | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h12 | 5:29 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
440 X 2000+ 2147 Mälartåg+ 70 Östgötatrafiken | 2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h03 | 7:20 PM Linköping | 2 transfers | |
440 X 2000+ 2147 Mälartåg | 2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 5:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
440 X 2000+ 2147 Mälartåg+ 12 Östgötatrafiken · 70 Östgötatrafiken | 2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h03 | 7:20 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
184 SJ+ 7249 Västtrafik+ 546 X 2000+ 30 Östgötatrafiken | 2:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h27 | 8:03 PM Linköping | 4 transfers | |
184 SJ+ 7249 Västtrafik+ 546 X 2000 | 2:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h19 | 6:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
444 X 2000+ 2155 Mälartåg | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 7:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
446 X 2000+ 2159 Mälartåg | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 8:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
446 X 2000+ 2159 Mälartåg+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h21 | 10:38 PM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
448 X 2000 · 551 X 2000 | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h55 | 10:12 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
11159 Öresundstågen+ 2 SJ+ 30 Östgötatrafiken · 30 Östgötatrafiken | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h34 | 4:29 AM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
11159 Öresundstågen+ 2 SJ | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h57 | 2:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, January 20 | |||||
400 X 2000+ 2123 Mälartåg | 4:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h38 | 11:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
400 X 2000+ 2111 Mälartåg | 4:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h38 | 8:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
400 X 2000+ 2119 Mälartåg | 4:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h38 | 10:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
420 X 2000+ 2107 Mälartåg | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 7:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
420 X 2000+ 2107 Mälartåg+ 16 Östgötatrafiken · 539 Östgötatrafiken | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h24 | 8:41 AM Linköping | 3 transfers | |
420 X 2000+ 2107 Mälartåg | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 7:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
420 X 2000+ 2111 Mälartåg | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h32 | 8:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
420 X 2000+ 2119 Mälartåg | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h32 | 10:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Linköping
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Gothenburg to Linköping start from as low as $28 (€23) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $62 (€50) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 31 daily trains from Gothenburg to Linköping with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 41m but the average duration is 3h 12m
Train Operators
- Travel from Gothenburg to Linköping 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 12:02 AM and the last at 11:58 PM
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 31 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg to Linköping trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg and Linköping from $17 (€13). 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 to Linköping
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Linköping
- 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
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Short stay parking is available nearby.
- Restaurant Hamlet
- Yogi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken
- Scandic Linköping City
- Elite Stora Hotellet
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Stockholm, Malmö, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Södra stambanan line
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