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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Lübeck
Showing times and prices for Apr 02
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
10 h 57 m
Average duration
10 h 57 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
434 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Lübeck will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Lübeck without transferring at least 3 times.
481 SJ 3000+
1043 Öresundstågen+
IC 847 · BUS 409476:19 AM13h33Gothenburg Centralstation7:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1521One-way4 transfers- 481 SJ 3000+1043 Öresundstågen+IC 839 · BUS 409396:19 AM11h33Gothenburg Centralstation5:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1621One-way4 transfers
- 481 SJ 3000+1043 Öresundstågen+ICL 50039 · BUS 409396:19 AM11h33Gothenburg Centralstation5:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1621One-way4 transfers
- 1071 Öresundstågen+ICL 50055 · BUS 40955 · 114349:55 AM11h57Gothenburg Centralstation9:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1651One-way3 transfers
- 1071 Öresundstågen+IC 855 · BUS 40955 · 114349:55 AM11h57Gothenburg Centralstation9:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1651One-way3 transfers
- 1071 Öresundstågen+ICL 50051 · BUS 40951 · 114329:55 AM10h57Gothenburg Centralstation8:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1651One-way3 transfers
- 1079 Öresundstågen+ICL 50055 · BUS 40955 · 1143410:55 AM10h57Gothenburg Centralstation9:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1651One-way3 transfers
- 1063 Öresundstågen+ICL 50047 · BUS 40947 · 114308:55 AM10h57Gothenburg Centralstation7:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1651One-way3 transfers
- 1039 Öresundstågen+ICL 50035 · BUS 40935 · 114245:55 AM10h57Gothenburg Centralstation4:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1751One-way3 transfers
- 1031 Öresundstågen+ICL 50031 · BUS 40931 · 114224:55 AM10h57Gothenburg Centralstation3:52 PMLübeck Hbf$1751One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Gothenburg to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 269 miles (434 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
$133 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price | $210 Average price |
9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 18m Average total duration 15h 18m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Lübeck train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Lübeck trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:55 PM Gothenburg | 15h57 | 11:52 AM Lübeck | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
| 1031 Öresundstågen+ICL 50035 · BUS 40935 · 11424 | 2:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 2:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1031 Öresundstågen+ICL 50031 · BUS 40931 · 11422 | 2:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h57 | 1:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1031 Öresundstågen+IC 835 · BUS 40935 · 11424 | 2:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 2:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1039 Öresundstågen+ICL 50035 · BUS 40935 · 11424 | 3:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h57 | 2:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1039 Öresundstågen+IC 839 · BUS 40939 · 11426 | 3:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 3:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1039 Öresundstågen+ICL 50039 · BUS 40939 · 11426 | 3:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 3:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 481 SJ 3000+1043 Öresundstågen+IC 847 · BUS 40947 | 4:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h33 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 481 SJ 3000+1043 Öresundstågen+IC 839 · BUS 40939 | 4:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h33 | 3:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 481 SJ 3000+1043 Öresundstågen+ICL 50039 · BUS 40939 | 4:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h33 | 3:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 1047 Öresundstågen+IC 847 · BUS 40947 · 11430 | 4:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1047 Öresundstågen+ICL 50047 · BUS 40947 · 11430 | 4:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1047 Öresundstågen+ICL 50039 · BUS 40939 · 11426 | 4:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h57 | 3:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1055 Öresundstågen+ICL 50051 · BUS 40951 · 11432 | 5:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h57 | 6:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1055 Öresundstågen+IC 847 · BUS 40947 · 11430 | 5:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1055 Öresundstågen+ICL 50047 · BUS 40947 · 11430 | 5:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1063 Öresundstågen+ICL 50051 · BUS 40951 · 11432 | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 6:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1063 Öresundstågen+IC 851 · BUS 40951 · 11432 | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 6:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1063 Öresundstågen+ICL 50047 · BUS 40947 · 11430 | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 487 SJ 3000+1067 Öresundstågen+ICL 50055 · BUS 40955 | 7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h28 | 7:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 487 SJ 3000+1067 Öresundstågen+ICL 50051 · BUS 40951 | 7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h28 | 6:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 487 SJ 3000+1067 Öresundstågen+IC 851 · BUS 40951 | 7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h28 | 6:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 1071 Öresundstågen+ICL 50055 · BUS 40955 · 11434 | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 7:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1071 Öresundstågen+IC 855 · BUS 40955 · 11434 | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 7:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 1071 Öresundstågen+ICL 50051 · BUS 40951 · 11432 | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h57 | 6:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 489 SJ 3000+1075 Öresundstågen+IC 855 · BUS 40955 | 8:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h28 | 7:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 489 SJ 3000+1075 Öresundstågen+ICL 50055 · BUS 40955 | 8:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h28 | 7:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 1079 Öresundstågen+ICL 50055 · BUS 40955 · 11434 | 8:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h57 | 7:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Lübeck
Sweden
Germany
Trains from Gothenburg to Lübeck run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 (€103) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 15:37. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (434 km) distance in 10h 12m.
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 $36 (€29)
Distance 269 miles (434 km) |
Average train duration 9h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 (€103) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 12m |
First train 12:40 AM |
Last train 3:37 PM |
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 $36 (€29)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Oresundstag from Gothenburg to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn, Oresundstag trains will get you between Gothenburg and Lübeck from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 12m
Cheapest Price
$79 (€64)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Oresundstag
About
Öresundståg is a train company based in Sweden and Denmark. It operates a wide range of services, including regional, express and night trains. The regional trains offer frequent stops and are the most affordable option, while the express trains are faster and more comfortable. The night trains provide overnight journeys and are a great way to save time and money. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The most popular routes for Öresundståg are between Copenhagen and Malmö, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Stockholm and Malmö. These routes offer travelers a convenient and affordable way to travel between the two countries.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 12m
Cheapest Price
$127 (€103)
Oresundstag frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage and larger items allowed
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bistro car with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Lübeck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Gothenburg to Lübeck can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $127 (€103), while the average price is around $133 (€108).
The train from Gothenburg to Lübeck takes 10h 12m and runs 4 per day.
The first train from Gothenburg to Lübeck leaves at 12:40 AM.
The distance by train from Gothenburg to Lübeck is 269 miles (434 km).
The last train from Gothenburg to Lübeck leaves at 3:37 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Gothenburg to Lübeck.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gothenburg to Lübeck.
The cheapest way to get from Gothenburg to Lübeck is by bus, with a cost of around $36 (€29).
The train journey from Gothenburg to Lübeck offers scenic views, including glimpses of Sweden's picturesque countryside, lush forests, and charming coastal areas, making it a visually appealing experience.
A day trip from Gothenburg to Lübeck is not feasible as the journey takes 10h 12m. There are 4 trains per day, covering a distance of 269 miles (434 km).
In Lübeck, you can explore the iconic Holstentor Museum to learn about the city's medieval history, visit the stunning St. Mary's Church with its astronomical clock, and wander through the charming streets of Lübeck's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the history of the Hanseatic League at the European Hansemuseum and indulge in the famous marzipan at the Niederegger Marzipan Museum. Don't miss the Lübeck Cathedral and the Buddenbrookhaus, a museum dedicated to Thomas Mann's novel "Buddenbrooks".
To fully enjoy Lübeck's medieval architecture, historical sites, and cultural experiences, 2 to 3 days are recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Gothenburg to Lübeck.
Since both Gothenburg and Lübeck are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Lübeck include Hamburg, Wismar, Bremen, Schwerin, Lüneburg.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Gothenburg to Lübeck among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Lübeck, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the old town and near train stations. Scams involving overpriced taxi fares can occur, so it is advisable to use official taxi services or ride-hailing apps. Additionally, travelers should be aware of common safety practices such as securing personal belongings and avoiding poorly lit areas at night.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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