The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Umeå
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$168
Fastest journey
10 h 16 m
Average duration
10 h 32 m
Trains per day
64
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Umeå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Umeå will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Umeå without transferring at least once.
2032 VR Snabbtåg+
94 SJ
428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000
170 SJ · 94 SJ
172 SJ · 94 SJ
164 SJ · 94 SJ
428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000
436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000
432 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000
18 Västtrafik+
436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000
2032 VR Snabbtåg+
578 SJ 3000Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Gothenburg to Umeå
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Umeå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $136.
Distance: 506 miles (815 km)
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$145 Average price Cheapest | $360 Average price | $227 Average price |
11h 56m Average total duration 11h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 26m Average total duration 12h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Umeå train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Umeå trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
400 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000 | 4:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h27 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
400 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000+ 611 Länstrafiken+ 578 SJ 3000 | 4:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h27 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 3 transfers | |
400 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000 | 4:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h22 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
420 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000+ 611 Länstrafiken+ 578 SJ 3000 | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h21 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 3 transfers | |
420 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000 | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h16 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
420 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000 | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h21 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2012 VR Snabbtåg+ 574 SJ 3000 | 4:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h01 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ · 94 SJ | 4:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 20h32 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
164 SJ · 574 SJ 3000 | 4:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h57 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
422 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000 | 5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 17h17 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
422 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000 | 5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h16 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
422 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000 | 5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h21 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2004 VR Snabbtåg+ 574 SJ 3000 | 5:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h01 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2004 VR Snabbtåg+ 578 SJ 3000 | 5:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h06 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2004 VR Snabbtåg+ 582 SJ 3000 | 5:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 17h02 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
424 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000 | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h21 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
424 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000 | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h16 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
424 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 18h51 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2006 VR Snabbtåg+ 574 SJ 3000 | 6:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h01 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
168 SJ · 574 SJ 3000 | 6:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h57 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
168 SJ · 94 SJ | 6:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 18h32 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
426 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000 | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h21 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
426 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000 | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h16 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
426 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 17h51 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ · 94 SJ | 7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 17h32 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ · 578 SJ 3000 | 7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h02 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
170 SJ · 582 SJ 3000 | 7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h58 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
428 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000 | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h17 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000 | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h16 | 6:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
428 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000 | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h21 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
428 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h51 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ · 92 SJ | 8:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 21h35 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ · 94 SJ | 8:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h32 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
172 SJ · 578 SJ 3000 | 8:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h02 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h51 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000 | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h21 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000 | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h17 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2032 VR Snabbtåg+ 94 SJ | 9:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h36 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2032 VR Snabbtåg+ 578 SJ 3000 | 9:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h06 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
174 SJ · 94 SJ | 9:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h32 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
432 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h51 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
432 X 2000 · 578 SJ 3000 | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h21 | 8:38 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
432 X 2000 · 92 SJ | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 19h54 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
432 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000 | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h17 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
434 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000 | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h17 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
434 X 2000 · 92 SJ | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 18h54 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
434 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h51 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 94 SJ | 11:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h36 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
178 SJ · 92 SJ | 11:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 18h35 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
178 SJ · 94 SJ | 11:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h32 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
18 Västtrafik+ 436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000 | 11:53 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 10h41 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 2 transfers | |
436 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h51 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
436 X 2000 · 92 SJ | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 17h54 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000 | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h17 | 10:34 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ · 92 SJ | 12:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 17h35 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
438 X 2000 · 92 SJ | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h54 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
438 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h51 | 1:08 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ · 92 SJ | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h35 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 92 SJ | 2:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h39 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ · 92 SJ | 2:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h35 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
442 X 2000 · 92 SJ | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h54 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3066 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 92 SJ | 4:09 PM Gothenburg | 14h02 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 2 transfers | |
444 X 2000 · 92 SJ | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h54 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 92 SJ | 4:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h39 | 6:11 AM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Umeå
Trains from Gothenburg to Umeå run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€62) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 506 miles (815 km) distance in 10h 16m.
Distance 506 miles (815 km) |
Average train duration 11h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 10h 16m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 77 days |
Train companies: SJ, VR, vy, Norrtåg from Gothenburg to Umeå trainsSJ, VR, vy, Norrtåg trains will get you between Gothenburg and Umeå from $76 (€62). 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 Umeå
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Umeå 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 Umeå, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Umeå
- 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, accessible from Järnvägsallén.
- Rost Mat & Kaffe
- Tapas Bar Deli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 5
- Comfort Hotel Winn
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the main entrance.
- Café Östra Station
- Restaurant Rex
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Comfort Hotel Umeå City
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Walking distance to the University Hospital and the University
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