The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Lübeck
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
9 h 57 m
Average duration
11 h 28 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
434 km
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.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Lübeck without transferring at least 2 times.
5:55 AM9h57Gothenburg3:52 PMLübeckFind prices3 transfers
7:55 PM15h57Gothenburg11:52 AMLübeckFind prices3 transfers
5:55 AM10h29Gothenburg4:24 PMLübeck$1861One-way2 transfers
7:55 PM16h57Gothenburg12:52 PMLübeck$1861One-way2 transfers
9:55 AM10h29Gothenburg8:24 PMLübeck$1911One-way3 transfers
5:55 AM9h57Gothenburg3:52 PMLübeckFind prices3 transfers
5:55 AM10h29Gothenburg4:24 PMLübeck$1861One-way2 transfers
9:55 AM10h29Gothenburg8:24 PMLübeck$1911One-way3 transfers
11:55 AM10h29Gothenburg10:24 PMLübeck$1911One-way3 transfers
7:55 PM15h57Gothenburg11:52 AMLübeckFind prices3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 $38. 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 $38, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 269 miles (434 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$188 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $248 Average price | $241 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m 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* | 6h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | 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 Lübeck:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Gothenburg to Lübeck costing on average $70 (€56).
A bus is $124 (€100) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Lübeck costing on average $188 (€152).
A bus is $185 (€149) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Lübeck costing on average $248 (€200).
Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 23m.
Bus takes on average 9h 29m.
Ferry takes on average 15h 18m.
Tickets start at around $188 (€152) compared to roughly $241 (€195) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $53 (€43). The journey takes 9h 23m versus 6h 57m 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.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Lübeck train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Lübeck trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1031 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · 11480 | 4:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h29 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1031 Öresundstågen+ ECE 395 · 11426 | 4:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1031 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 4:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 18h07 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ ECE 395 · 11426 | 5:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 5:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 17h07 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · 11480 | 5:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h29 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
481 SJ 3000+ 1043 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 6:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h43 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
481 SJ 3000+ 1043 Öresundstågen+ ECE 395 · 11426 | 6:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h33 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
481 SJ 3000+ ECE 397 · 11480+ 1043 Öresundstågen | 6:19 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h05 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
1047 Öresundstågen+ ECE 395 · 11426 | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1047 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · 11480 | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h29 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1047 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 6:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h07 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1055 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · 11480 | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h29 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1055 Öresundstågen+ ECE 395 · 11426 | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h57 | 5:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1055 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 7:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h07 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · 11480 | 8:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h29 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 8:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h07 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399+ 21089+ 11931 | 8:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h37 | 10:32 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1067 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 9:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h38 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
487 SJ 3000+ ECE 397 · 11480+ 1067 Öresundstågen | 9:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h00 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
487 SJ 3000+ ECE 399+ 1067 Öresundstågen+ 21089 | 9:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h08 | 10:32 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
1071 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 9:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h07 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1071 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · 11480 | 9:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h29 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1071 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399+ 11931+ 21089 | 9:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h37 | 10:32 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1075 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h38 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1075 Öresundstågen+ ECE 397 · 11480 | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h00 | 8:24 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1075 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399+ 11931 | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h08 | 10:32 PM Lübeck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
1079 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h07 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1079 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399+ 11931+ 21089 | 10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h37 | 10:32 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
1087 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399 · 11436 | 11:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h07 | 11:02 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1087 Öresundstågen+ ECE 399+ 11931+ 21089 | 11:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h37 | 10:32 PM Lübeck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Lübeck
Trains from Gothenburg to Lübeck run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $186 (€150) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) 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 9h 57m.
Distance 269 miles (434 km) |
Average train duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $186 (€150) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 57m |
First train 12:40 AM |
Last train 3:37 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Oresundstag from Gothenburg to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn, Oresundstag trains will get you between Gothenburg and Lübeck from $38 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Oresundstag
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Lübeck
- 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
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
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