Lidköping to Gothenburg train with Västtrafik

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lidköping to Gothenburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 24

Cheapest price on Oct 24

€13

Average ticket price on Oct 24

€15

Fastest journey on Oct 24

1 h 46 m

Average journey duration on Oct 24

1 h 50 m

Trains on Oct 24

21

Distance

113 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lidköping to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lidköping to Gothenburg will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.

Fast trains

On Sat, Oct 24, we found 21 trains from Lidköping to Gothenburg, including 6 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 24 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .

On Sat, Oct 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.

  • Västtrafik13311 Västtrafik
    8:57 AM1h48
    Lidköping station
    10:45 AMGothenburg Centralstation
    €131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Västtrafik600 Västtrafik · 13311 Västtrafik
    8:22 AM2h23
    Lidköping
    10:45 AMGothenburg Centralstation
    €131One-way
    1 transfer
  • Västtrafik13327 Västtrafik
    5:40 PM1h55
    Framnäs City station
    7:35 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    €131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3379 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik
    6:52 PM2h38
    Lidköping
    9:30 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    €131One-way
    2 transfers
  • Västtrafik3379 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik
    7:24 PM2h06
    Framnäs City station
    9:30 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    €131One-way
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lidköping to Gothenburg

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Trains from Lidköping to Gothenburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 38m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
70 miles (113 km)
Average train duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 38m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:56 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Lidköping to Gothenburg trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lidköping to Gothenburg.

Train ticket prices from Lidköping to Gothenburg can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €11, while the average price is around €14.
The train from Lidköping to Gothenburg takes 1h 38m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Lidköping to Gothenburg leaves at 12:02 AM.
The distance by train from Lidköping to Gothenburg is 70 miles (113 km).
The last train from Lidköping to Gothenburg leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Lidköping to Gothenburg. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by Västtrafik.

Live departures

Lidköping to Gothenburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Lidköping to Gothenburg trains for today, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Västtrafik105 Västtrafik · 3355 Västtrafik+SJ177 SJ5:07 PM Lidköping
2h23
7:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers
Västtrafik3355 Västtrafik+SJ177 SJ5:24 PM Lidköping station
2h06
7:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik3355 Västtrafik+SJ177 SJ5:26 PM Framnäs City station
2h04
7:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik102 Västtrafik · 3335 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik7:15 PM Lidköping
2h15
9:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik+SJ183 SJ7:26 PM Lidköping
3h04
10:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik3335 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik7:28 PM Lidköping station
2h02
9:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik3335 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik7:30 PM Framnäs City station
2h00
9:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik+SJ183 SJ7:30 PM Lidköping station
3h00
10:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik+SJ447 SJ7:56 PM Lidköping
2h51
10:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik+SJ447 SJ8:00 PM Lidköping station
2h47
10:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik8:26 PM Lidköping
3h18
11:44 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik+VR2047 VR8:26 PM Lidköping
3h09
11:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik+SJ449 SJ8:56 PM Lidköping
2h51
11:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik3363 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik9:45 PM Framnäs City station
1h59
11:44 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik3363 Västtrafik+VR2047 VR9:45 PM Framnäs City station
1h50
11:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
SJ157 SJ+Västtrafik3371 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik7:22 AM Lidköping
2h08
9:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers
SJ157 SJ+Västtrafik3371 Västtrafik7:32 AM Lidköping station
1h58
9:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
SJ157 SJ+Västtrafik3371 Västtrafik7:34 AM Framnäs City station
1h56
9:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik · 13311 Västtrafik8:22 AM Lidköping
2h23
10:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik13311 Västtrafik8:57 AM Lidköping station
1h48
10:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik13311 Västtrafik8:59 AM Framnäs City station
1h46
10:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ165 SJ+Västtrafik3373 Västtrafik11:27 AM Lidköping station
2h03
1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
SJ165 SJ+Västtrafik3373 Västtrafik11:29 AM Framnäs City station
2h01
1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik600 Västtrafik · 13313 Västtrafik1:22 PM Lidköping
2h08
3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik13313 Västtrafik1:38 PM Lidköping station
1h52
3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik13313 Västtrafik1:40 PM Framnäs City station
1h50
3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ173 SJ+Västtrafik3315 Västtrafik3:29 PM Lidköping station
2h01
5:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
SJ173 SJ+Västtrafik3315 Västtrafik3:31 PM Framnäs City station
1h59
5:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik3315 Västtrafik · 13840 Västtrafik · 3265 Västtrafik3:31 PM Framnäs City station
2h29
6:00 PM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers

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Västtrafik

About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Västtrafik Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Västtrafik Price
€12
Västtrafik frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

SJ

About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SJ Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest SJ Price
€11
SJ frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VR Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest VR Price
€13
VR frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lidköping and Gothenburg

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Lidköping to Gothenburg.
Yes, there is a night train from Lidköping to Gothenburg.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.

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Things to do in Gothenburg

Discover the best of Gothenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gothenburg trip today.

  • Must visit

Gothenburg Museum of Art

Major art museum with Nordic masters, international works, and strong modern collections. A top cultural stop at Götaplatsen.

  • Must visit

Maritiman

One of the world's largest maritime museums, featuring historic ships and naval heritage on the waterfront. Great for families and history fans.

  • Must visit

Universeum

Science center with hands-on exhibits, rainforest environment, and educational displays. Popular with families and curious adults alike.

Swedish krona (kr)

Gothenburg is pricier than many European cities. Hotels, dining, and transit are moderate to high, though budget lunches and day passes help control costs.

Average meal costs

Budget
120-180 kr for fast food or lunch specials.
Mid-range
250-400 kr per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
700+ kr per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
35-50 kr for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.

Plan your visit to Gothenburg

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Gothenburg.

The train journey from Lidköping to Gothenburg offers scenic views of the Swedish countryside, including picturesque landscapes, lush forests, and glimpses of Lake Vänern, making it a visually pleasing experience.
Popular day trips by train from Gothenburg include Halmstad, Skövde, Varberg, Jönköping, Trollhättan.
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK) as its currency. It is generally better for travelers to use cards, as card payments are widely accepted across the country, including in most shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Cash is less commonly used but can be handy in smaller towns or for small purchases.
In Gothenburg, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport and popular tourist spots. Scams involving fake charity collectors or overcharging in taxis can occur, so using licensed taxis and verifying fares beforehand is advised. Staying aware of surroundings and securing belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

FAQs: Trains from Lidköping to Gothenburg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lidköping to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Lidköping to Gothenburg.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lidköping to Gothenburg

Most Lidköping to Gothenburg trains use the Framnäs City station to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Domkyrkan. Use this guide to compare Lidköping and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Lidköping
Arrival train stations in Gothenburg

Which Lidköping station do trains to Gothenburg leave from?

Trains from Lidköping to Gothenburg leave from Framnäs City station. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Lidköping city centre at Stenportsgatan 21, 531 50 Lidköping, Sweden.
Framnäs City stationStenportsgatan 21, 531 50 Lidköping, SwedenParkingDiningATMWCHotelBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Framnäs City station from Lidköping city centre

Train3301, 3309, 3315, 3341, 3351, 3355, 3359, 3373, 3379, 3335, 3349, 13303, 13309, 13305, 13311, 13307, 13327, 13313, 13323, 13325, 3353, 3363, 3371, 3393, 13341 · 2m · €1 · every ~1 min
Bus1, 130, 131, 132 · 1m · €1 · every ~5 min

Framnäs City station train station facilities and services

Framnäs City station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Framnäs City station.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Framnäs City station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Framnäs City station: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Framnäs City station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Lidköping stationResecentrum, 531 31 Lidköping, Sweden+46 771 75 75 75WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Lidköping station from Lidköping city centre

Bus1, 130, 131, 132 · 2m · €1 · every ~5 min

Lidköping station train station facilities and services

Lidköping station 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurang Italia, Rådhuskonditoriet

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lidköping station. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Lidköping station. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lidköping station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lidköping station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lidköping station: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Edward Hotel, Stadshotellet Lidköping.

Train stations for Lidköping to Gothenburg

Check train stations information for Lidköping and Gothenburg, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Lidköping that goes to Gothenburg is Framnäs City station, which connects to Göteborg Centralstation.

Most popular train connections from Lidköping

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