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Gustavianum
The university museum in a historic building, known for the anatomical theater, art, and collections spanning science and academic history.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Uppsala is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Uppsala will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Uppsala without transferring at least once.
42 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik · 3420 Västtrafik+
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Trains from Gothenburg to Uppsala run on average 48 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 48 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Gothenburg to Uppsala.
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Uppsala trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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426 SJ Snabbtåg+ 932 Mälartåg | 8:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h38 | 12:49 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2028 VR+ 830 Mälartåg | 8:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h51 | 1:15 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3536 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ Regional+ 774 UL | 9:16 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h46 | 3:02 PM Uppsala Central Station | 2 transfers | |
430 SJ Snabbtåg+ 940 Mälartåg | 10:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h38 | 2:49 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2032 VR+ 276 SJ InterCity | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 3:09 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2034 VR+ 278 SJ InterCity | 11:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 4:09 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2038 VR+ 282 SJ InterCity | 1:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 6:09 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2072 VR+ 286 SJ InterCity | 3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 8:09 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ Regional+ 804 UL | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h02 | 9:31 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ Regional+ 144 Mälartåg · 862 Mälartåg | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h46 | 9:15 PM Uppsala Central Station | 2 transfers | |
444 SJ Snabbtåg+ 976 Mälartåg | 5:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h38 | 9:49 PM Uppsala Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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42 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik · 3420 Västtrafik+ 924 Mälartåg | 1:12 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 10h01 | 11:13 AM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 4 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik+ 420 SJ+ 2 UL | 1:12 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 9h01 | 10:13 AM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 4 transfers | |
42 Västtrafik · 5 Västtrafik · 3420 Västtrafik+ 162 SJ | 1:12 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 9h19 | 10:31 AM Uppsala Djäknegatan | 5 transfers | |
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The university museum in a historic building, known for the anatomical theater, art, and collections spanning science and academic history.
A leading museum on Viking and ancient Scandinavian heritage beside the royal mounds of Gamla Uppsala.
Carl Linnaeus's preserved 18th-century home and garden museum, essential for visitors interested in botany and Enlightenment science.
The city's historic core with riverside walks, shops, cathedral views, and easy access to major sights and university landmarks.
A riverside walking route along the Fyris River with bridges, terraces, and classic postcard views through central Uppsala.
A botanical garden below the castle with formal baroque design, broad lawns, and one of the city's best relaxed viewpoints.
A rich potato and anchovy casserole with cream and onions, baked until golden. A classic Swedish festive dish often served at Christmas tables in Uppsala.
Pickled herring served in classic marinades such as mustard, onion, or dill. It is central to Swedish midsummer, Christmas, and everyday smorgasbord traditions.
Crisp fried potato pancakes traditionally served with lingonberries and pork. A beloved Swedish home-style dish found across Uppland and wider central Sweden.
Elegant fine dining in central Uppsala with seasonal Nordic tasting menus and polished service in a refined historic setting.
Well-regarded restaurant with modern Scandinavian cooking, careful wine pairing, and a calm, contemporary dining room.
Popular classic cafe for Swedish fika, pastries, sandwiches, and coffee in a relaxed central setting loved by locals and visitors.
Moderate for Sweden. Hotels and dining are pricier than many EU cities, but local transit is reasonable and student competition helps keep some casual food costs lower.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Most Gothenburg to Uppsala trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Uppsala, Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Uppsala 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.
Uppsala, Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Stationen, Kitchen & Table Uppsala
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Uppsala, Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Uppsala, Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Uppsala, Elite Hotel Academia, Clarion Hotel Gillet.
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