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Vänersborgs museum
Sweden's oldest purpose-built museum building houses local history, art, and collections linked to Lake Vänern and regional culture.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$16
Fastest journey on Sep 20
40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
42 m
Trains on Sep 20
63
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Vanersborg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Vanersborg will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 63 trains from Gothenburg to Vanersborg, including 19 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 43 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.
3972 SJ
3976 SJ
9 Västtrafik · 17336 Västtrafik
13740 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik
17340 Västtrafik
3964 SJ
3976 SJ
7034 Tågab
3972 SJ
13216 VästtrafikOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Vanersborg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The journey is about 13m faster (55m by train vs 1h 8m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $19 (€16)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Vanersborg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 Västtrafik · 17332 Västtrafik | 8:25 AM Gothenburg | 1h21 | 9:46 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
17332 Västtrafik | 8:50 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h50 | 9:40 AM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik+ 3956 SJ+ 65 Västtrafik | 8:52 AM Gothenburg | 1h32 | 10:24 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
6 Västtrafik · 13740 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 9:12 AM Gothenburg | 1h42 | 10:54 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
3956 SJ | 9:14 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h45 | 9:59 AM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7 Västtrafik · 13740 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 9:21 AM Gothenburg | 1h33 | 10:54 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
13740 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 9:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h19 | 10:54 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
9 Västtrafik · 17336 Västtrafik | 9:37 AM Gothenburg | 1h15 | 10:52 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
17336 Västtrafik | 9:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h51 | 10:46 AM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
9 Västtrafik · 17340 Västtrafik | 10:21 AM Gothenburg | 1h27 | 11:48 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
11 Västtrafik · 17340 Västtrafik | 10:31 AM Gothenburg | 1h17 | 11:48 AM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
9 Västtrafik · 13742 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 10:40 AM Gothenburg | 1h44 | 12:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
25 Västtrafik · 7 Västtrafik · 13742 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 10:45 AM Gothenburg | 1h39 | 12:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
17340 Västtrafik | 10:50 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h51 | 11:41 AM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7 Västtrafik · 13742 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 10:54 AM Gothenburg | 1h30 | 12:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
7034 Tågab | 11:15 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h41 | 11:56 AM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7034 Tågab+ 62 Västtrafik · 66 Västtrafik | 11:15 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h17 | 12:32 PM Vanersborg | 2 transfers | |
6 Västtrafik · 17344 Västtrafik | 11:30 AM Gothenburg | 1h17 | 12:47 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
17344 Västtrafik | 11:50 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h50 | 12:40 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik · 17348 Västtrafik | 12:28 PM Gothenburg | 1h20 | 1:48 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
17348 Västtrafik | 12:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h51 | 1:41 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
9 Västtrafik · 13750 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 12:50 PM Gothenburg | 1h34 | 2:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
6 Västtrafik+ 3964 SJ+ 65 Västtrafik | 12:52 PM Gothenburg | 1h32 | 2:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
13750 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 1:10 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h14 | 2:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3964 SJ | 1:14 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h40 | 1:54 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik · 17352 Västtrafik | 1:28 PM Gothenburg | 1h19 | 2:47 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
17352 Västtrafik | 1:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h51 | 2:41 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik · 17356 Västtrafik | 2:28 PM Gothenburg | 1h19 | 3:47 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
17356 Västtrafik | 2:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h51 | 3:41 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
9 Västtrafik · 13758 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 2:50 PM Gothenburg | 1h34 | 4:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
6 Västtrafik+ 3968 SJ+ 65 Västtrafik | 2:52 PM Gothenburg | 1h32 | 4:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
13758 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 3:10 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h14 | 4:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3968 SJ | 3:14 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h45 | 3:59 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik · 17360 Västtrafik | 3:28 PM Gothenburg | 1h21 | 4:49 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
17360 Västtrafik | 3:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h51 | 4:41 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik · 17364 Västtrafik | 4:28 PM Gothenburg | 1h20 | 5:48 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
13216 Västtrafik | 4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h43 | 5:13 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
17364 Västtrafik | 4:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h52 | 5:42 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
9 Västtrafik · 13766 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 4:50 PM Gothenburg | 1h34 | 6:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
6 Västtrafik+ 3972 SJ+ 65 Västtrafik | 4:52 PM Gothenburg | 1h32 | 6:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
13766 Västtrafik · 65 Västtrafik | 5:10 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h14 | 6:24 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3972 SJ | 5:14 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h43 | 5:57 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik · 17368 Västtrafik | 5:28 PM Gothenburg | 1h19 | 6:47 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
17368 Västtrafik | 5:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h51 | 6:41 PM Öxnered tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 Västtrafik · 17372 Västtrafik | 6:27 PM Gothenburg | 1h20 | 7:47 PM Vänersborg, Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Gothenburg to Vanersborg run on average 24 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Vanersborg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vanersborg trip today.
Sweden's oldest purpose-built museum building houses local history, art, and collections linked to Lake Vänern and regional culture.
Elk-focused visitor center with exhibitions on wildlife and local nature. Popular with families and visitors exploring nearby Hunneberg.
Nature interpretation center on Halle- and Hunneberg with exhibits about geology, wildlife, and the royal hunting landscape.
The city's main square, lined with civic buildings and shops. Best place to feel the rebuilt 19th-century town plan and daily life.
Large lakeside park and marina area popular for walks, swimming, and sunsets over Vänern. A favorite local outdoor escape.
Wooded mountain plateau with trails, viewpoints, and wildlife. A top nature area near town for hiking, scenery, and moose spotting.
Bohuslän-style fish soup is common around Lake Vänern and the west coast, made with local fish, shellfish, cream and dill. It reflects the region's strong fishing traditions.
Smörgåstårta is a Swedish sandwich cake layered with bread, mayonnaise, eggs, shrimp or salmon. It is a classic festive dish often served at local gatherings and cafés.
Raggmunk are crisp potato pancakes, traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries. This beloved Swedish comfort dish is widely eaten in western Sweden.
Established café and lunch spot known for pastries, fika and light Swedish meals in a classic, welcoming town-center environment.
Well-known central restaurant serving Italian and European dishes in a relaxed, established setting popular for lunch and dinner.
Popular waterfront area venue known for Swedish and European plates, with a pleasant atmosphere suited to casual meals and evening dining.
Moderate for Sweden. Hotels and dining cost more than many EU towns, but local transit is reasonable and cards are widely accepted, helping visitors manage daily spending.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxi riders may round up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Vanersborg 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 Vanersborg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gothenburg to Vanersborg trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Vänersborg, Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Öxnered tågstation. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Vanersborg 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 Gamlestaden Station is 3 km from Gothenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Parking.
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
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.
Vänersborg, Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sushi Ro, Restaurang Koppargrillen
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Ticket office support is available at Vänersborg, Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vänersborg, Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vänersborg, Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vänersborg, Centralstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vänersborg, Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Vänersborg, Best Western Arena Hotell, Strand Hotell.
Öxnered tågstation is 3 km from Vanersborg city centre. Public transport options include:
Öxnered tågstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Available at Öxnered tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Öxnered tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Öxnered tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.
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