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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 Oct 22
$36
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$66
Fastest journey on Oct 22
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
3 h 38 m
Trains on Oct 22
20
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 $36.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Linköping without transferring at least once.
3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+
27620 Jönköpings länstrafik+
8848 Östgötatrafiken
3466 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik+
27632 Jönköpings länstrafik+
8772 Östgötatrafiken
174 SJ+
7229 Västtrafik+
27618 Jönköpings länstrafik+
8844 Östgötatrafiken
184 SJ+
8762 Östgötatrafiken+
8175 Tåg i Bergslagen
186 SJ+
8177 Tåg i Bergslagen+
8770 Östgötatrafiken
428 SJ+
2123 Mälartåg
426 SJ+
2119 Mälartåg
436 SJ+
2139 Mälartåg
438 SJ+
2143 Mälartåg
432 SJ+
2131 MälartågTrains from Gothenburg to Linköping run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Linköping trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
426 SJ+ 2119 Mälartåg | 8:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 11:49 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
428 SJ+ 2123 Mälartåg | 9:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 12:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ+ 8738 Östgötatrafiken+ 8169 Tåg i Bergslagen | 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 | |
174 SJ+ 7229 Västtrafik+ 27618 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8844 Östgötatrafiken | 10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h01 | 3:30 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
174 SJ+ 136 Mälartåg · 2139 Mälartåg | 10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h20 | 4:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
432 SJ+ 2131 Mälartåg | 11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 2:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+ 27620 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8848 Östgötatrafiken | 11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h00 | 4:30 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
434 SJ+ 2135 Mälartåg | 12:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h40 | 3:51 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
178 SJ+ 138 Mälartåg · 2143 Mälartåg | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h20 | 5:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
436 SJ+ 2139 Mälartåg | 1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 4:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ+ 8754 Östgötatrafiken+ 8173 Tåg i Bergslagen | 1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 6:14 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
438 SJ+ 2143 Mälartåg | 2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 5:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ+ 7245 Västtrafik+ 306 Snälltåget | 2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h53 | 7:22 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
440 SJ+ 2147 Mälartåg | 3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 6:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ+ 8762 Östgötatrafiken+ 8175 Tåg i Bergslagen | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 8:14 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
442 SJ+ 2151 Mälartåg | 4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h40 | 7:51 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3466 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik+ 27632 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 18872 Östgötatrafiken | 4:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h19 | 10:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
186 SJ+ 8770 Östgötatrafiken+ 8177 Tåg i Bergslagen | 4:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h45 | 10:14 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
444 SJ+ 2155 Mälartåg | 5:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 8:49 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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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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Most Gothenburg to Linköping trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Linköping Centralstation station pair. 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.
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.
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