- Must visit
The Swedish Glass Museum
Sweden’s national museum of glass and one of Växjö’s top sights. Strong design, craft, and contemporary exhibitions in a landmark building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Växjö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Växjö will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 17 trains from Gothenburg to Växjö, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Gothenburg to Växjö run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 1h 51m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Gothenburg to Växjö.
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Växjö 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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3556 Västtrafik · 3458 Västtrafik · 7249 Västtrafik+ 17621 Jönköpings länstrafik | 2:16 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h37 | 8:53 PM Växjö | 4 transfers | |
3556 Västtrafik · 3458 Västtrafik · 7249 Västtrafik+ 17621 Jönköpings länstrafik | 2:16 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h19 | 8:35 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
7245 Västtrafik+ 182 SJ Regional+ 1096 Öresundståg+ 539 SJ Snabbtåg | 2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h26 | 6:55 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
7245 Västtrafik+ 182 SJ Regional+ 539 SJ Snabbtåg+ 145 Länstrafiken Kronoberg | 2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h27 | 6:56 PM Växjö | 4 transfers | |
7249 Västtrafik+ 17621 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 184 SJ Regional+ 4 Länstrafiken Kronoberg | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h24 | 8:53 PM Växjö | 3 transfers | |
7249 Västtrafik+ 184 SJ Regional+ 93943 Snälltåget · 3943 Snälltåget | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h56 | 8:25 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
7249 Västtrafik+ 184 SJ Regional+ 17621 Jönköpings länstrafik | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h06 | 8:35 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
3466 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik+ 543 SJ Snabbtåg+ 9 Länstrafiken Kronoberg | 4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h31 | 9:01 PM Växjö | 4 transfers | |
3466 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik+ 17601 Jönköpings länstrafik | 4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h06 | 6:36 AM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
3466 Västtrafik · 7253 Västtrafik+ 7623 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17651 Jönköpings länstrafik | 4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h58 | 6:28 AM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
9 Länstrafiken Kronoberg+ 343 SJ Regional | 6:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h09 | 9:13 PM Växjö | 1 transfer | |
343 SJ Regional | 6:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h43 | 8:47 PM Växjö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7261 Västtrafik+ 547 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1128 Öresundståg+ 190 SJ Regional | 6:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h22 | 10:51 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
1136 Öresundståg+ 495 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:09 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h42 | 11:51 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
11167 Öresundståg · 6804 Öresundståg+ 1800 Skånetrafiken+ 17550 Krösatågen Syd | 9:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h22 | 7:17 AM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
3490 Västtrafik · 7201 Västtrafik+ 17603 Jönköpings länstrafik | 10:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h10 | 7:40 AM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
20189 Öresundståg · 6804 Öresundståg+ 7630 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17655 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h40 | 8:35 AM Växjö Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
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327 SJ Regional | 10:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h43 | 12:47 PM Växjö Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7229 Västtrafik+ 1064 Öresundståg+ 531 SJ Snabbtåg+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h21 | 2:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
1064 Öresundståg+ 485 SJ Snabbtåg | 10:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h11 | 2:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
485 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1064 Öresundståg+ 14 Länstrafiken Kronoberg | 10:39 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h14 | 3:53 PM Växjö | 2 transfers | |
1079 Öresundståg · 1072 Öresundståg | 10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h55 | 3:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ+ 7237 Västtrafik+ 535 SJ | 12:05 PM Gothenburg | 4h45 | 4:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
2 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ+ 7237 Västtrafik+ 17617 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:05 PM Gothenburg | 5h17 | 5:22 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
487 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik+ 1080 Öresundståg | 12:15 PM Gothenburg | 4h35 | 4:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
2 Västtrafik+ 487 SJ+ 17564 Krösatågen Syd+ 1874 Skånetrafiken | 12:15 PM Gothenburg | 5h23 | 5:38 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
178 SJ+ 7237 Västtrafik+ 17617 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h53 | 5:22 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
178 SJ+ 7237 Västtrafik+ 535 SJ+ 1080 Öresundståg | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h21 | 4:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
7237 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ Regional+ 17617 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h53 | 5:22 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
7237 Västtrafik+ 535 SJ Snabbtåg+ 178 SJ Regional+ 1080 Öresundståg | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h21 | 4:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
487 SJ+ 1080 Öresundståg | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h11 | 4:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
487 SJ+ 17564 Krösatågen Syd+ 1874 Skånetrafiken | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h59 | 5:38 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
487 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1874 Skånetrafiken+ 17564 Krösatågen Syd | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h59 | 5:38 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1080 Öresundståg+ 487 SJ Snabbtåg | 12:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h11 | 4:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Gothenburg to Växjö with SJ, Västtrafik, and Oresundstag. Night trains available on this route with SJ. High-speed trains available on this route with SJ. Regional trains available on this route with SJ. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Sweden’s national museum of glass and one of Växjö’s top sights. Strong design, craft, and contemporary exhibitions in a landmark building.
Regional cultural history museum covering Småland’s archaeology, folk life, and local identity. A strong introduction to the area.
Migration-focused museum with moving exhibitions on emigration, identity, and global movement. Especially relevant in this emigrant region.
Popular lakeside walking route around Växjösjön. Scenic, easy, and one of the best ways to experience the city’s outdoors.
Main city park beside Växjösjön with promenades, sculpture, and lawns. A central green space for walks and local life.
Large lake and recreation area with paths, birdlife, and open views. A favorite for jogging, walking, and relaxed sightseeing.
Isterband is a lightly sour, smoked pork sausage from Småland, often served with dill-stewed potatoes and beetroot. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
Kroppkakor are potato dumplings filled with pork and onion, boiled and served with butter, cream, or lingonberries. They are a classic southern Swedish comfort dish.
Ostkaka från Småland is a baked fresh-cheese cake, denser than cheesecake, usually served warm with jam and cream. It is a signature dessert of Småland.
Well-known central brasserie with classic Swedish and European dishes, polished service, and a lively but relaxed atmosphere.
Established Italian restaurant known for wood-fired pizza, pasta, and a busy, friendly setting near the city center.
Popular casual venue serving burgers, street food, and drinks in a modern, social atmosphere with broad local appeal.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local buses are reasonable and many daily purchases are card-friendly.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; no tip is needed at cafes.
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Växjö Centralstation -> Stortorget
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Växjö 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 Växjö, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gothenburg to Växjö trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Växjö Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Växjö 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.
Växjö 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 PM & Vänner, Kafé de Luxe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Växjö Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Växjö Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Växjö Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Växjö Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Växjö Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Elite Stadshotellet Växjö, PM & Vänner Hotel, Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal.
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