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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lidköping to Gothenburg

Showing times and prices for Jan 19

Cheapest price

$13

Average price

$13

Fastest journey

1 h 41 m

Average duration

2 h 5 m

Trains per day

5

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 $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Lidköping for Gothenburg on Mon, Jan 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jan 19 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .

On Mon, Jan 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.

SJ
03:16PM1h41
Lidköping
04:57PMGothenburg
$131One-way
0 transfers
SJ
02:57PM2h33
Lidköping
05:30PMGothenburg
$131One-way
0 transfers
SJ
06:10PM1h47
Lidköping
07:57PMGothenburg
$131One-way
0 transfers
SJ
10:17AM2h40
Lidköping
12:57PMGothenburg
$131One-way
0 transfers
Västtrafik
05:14AM2h26
Lidköping
07:40AMGothenburg
$141One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Lidköping to Gothenburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lidköping to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €9.

Distance: 70 miles (113 km)

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€11

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€11

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2h 22m

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1h 52m

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2h 23m

Average total duration

1h 53m

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Live departures

Lidköping to Gothenburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Lidköping to Gothenburg trains for today, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:42 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik · 3429 Västtrafik4:26 AM Lidköping station
2h57
7:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik · 3433 Västtrafik5:26 AM Lidköping station
2h57
8:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik · 3437 Västtrafik6:26 AM Lidköping station
2h57
9:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 13311 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik7:18 AM Lidköping
2h49
10:07 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 13311 Västtrafik7:18 AM Lidköping
2h27
9:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik13311 Västtrafik7:57 AM Lidköping station
1h48
9:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik13311 Västtrafik7:59 AM Framnäs City station
1h46
9:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 3393 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik8:18 AM Lidköping
2h05
10:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 3393 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik8:18 AM Lidköping
2h27
10:45 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen4 transfers
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 3393 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik8:18 AM Lidköping
2h21
10:39 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken3 transfers
vasttrafik3393 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik8:28 AM Lidköping station
1h55
10:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3393 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik8:30 AM Framnäs City station
1h53
10:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj165 SJ9:26 AM Lidköping station
2h57
12:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 13323 Västtrafik10:17 AM Lidköping
2h38
12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 13323 Västtrafik10:17 AM Lidköping
2h30
12:47 PM Gamlestaden station1 transfer
vasttrafik13323 Västtrafik10:56 AM Lidköping station
1h59
12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik13323 Västtrafik · 25 Västtrafik10:56 AM Lidköping station
2h18
1:14 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
vasttrafik13323 Västtrafik10:58 AM Framnäs City station
1h57
12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj169 SJ11:26 AM Lidköping station
2h57
2:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 13325 Västtrafik1:17 PM Lidköping
2h22
3:39 PM Gamlestaden station1 transfer
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 13325 Västtrafik1:17 PM Lidköping
2h28
3:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik13325 Västtrafik1:57 PM Lidköping station
1h48
3:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik13325 Västtrafik1:57 PM Lidköping station
1h42
3:39 PM Gamlestaden station0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik13325 Västtrafik1:59 PM Framnäs City station
1h46
3:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj441 X 20003:54 PM Lidköping station
2h48
6:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 13327 Västtrafik4:47 PM Lidköping
2h00
6:47 PM Gamlestaden station1 transfer
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 13327 Västtrafik4:47 PM Lidköping
2h08
6:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik13327 Västtrafik4:59 PM Lidköping station
1h56
6:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik13327 Västtrafik4:59 PM Lidköping station
1h48
6:47 PM Gamlestaden station0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik13327 Västtrafik5:01 PM Framnäs City station
1h54
6:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj447 X 20006:54 PM Lidköping station
2h48
9:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik200 Västtrafik+sj449 X 20008:00 PM Lidköping station
2h42
10:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj451 X 2000+vasttrafik25 Västtrafik8:54 PM Lidköping station
3h12
12:06 AM Gothenburg2 transfers
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj451 X 20008:54 PM Lidköping station
2h48
11:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik200 Västtrafik+sj453 X 200010:00 PM Lidköping station
2h42
12:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lidköping to Gothenburg

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Trains from Lidköping to Gothenburg run on average 64 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.

There are 4 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 43m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10 (€8)
Distance
70 miles (113 km)
Average train duration
1h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Trains per day
64
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 43m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:56
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10 (€8)

Train companies: Västtrafik, SJ from Lidköping to Gothenburg trainsVästtrafik, SJ trains will get you between Lidköping and Gothenburg from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
Västtrafik frequency
7 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 Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
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

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
Train ticket prices from Lidköping to Gothenburg can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $11 (€9), while the average price is around $14 (€11).
The train from Lidköping to Gothenburg takes 1h 43m and runs 64 per day.
The distance by train from Lidköping to Gothenburg is 70 miles (113 km).
The first train from Lidköping to Gothenburg leaves at 12:02 AM.
The last train from Lidköping to Gothenburg leaves at 11:56 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Lidköping to Gothenburg.
Yes, there is a direct train from Lidköping to Gothenburg. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Västtrafik.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lidköping to Gothenburg.
The train station in Lidköping that goes to Gothenburg is Lidköping station, which connects to Gothenburg Centralstation.
The cheapest way to get from Lidköping to Gothenburg is by bus, with a cost of around $10 (€8).
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.
Yes, a day trip from Lidköping to Gothenburg is feasible. The journey takes 1h 43m and covers 70 miles (113 km). There are 64 train trips available per day.
In Gothenburg, you can explore the stunning Gothenburg Archipelago, visit the unique Fish Market (Feskekôrka) for fresh seafood, and enjoy a relaxing day at Saltholmen for swimming. Discover the Botanical Garden's beautiful landscapes and take a boat tour along the scenic Göta Canal. Don't miss the exciting rides at Liseberg Amusement Park, interactive exhibits at Universeum, or the Nordic art collection at Gothenburg Museum of Art. Stroll through the charming historic district of Haga and enjoy the natural beauty of Slottsskogen Park.
To fully enjoy Gothenburg's attractions, culture, and dining experiences, spending 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Lidköping to Gothenburg.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lidköping to Gothenburg

Lidköping
Gothenburg
The major train station for departures in Lidköping is Lidköping station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lidköping station for your trip from Lidköping to Gothenburg.
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Amenities at train station
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurang Italia
  • Rådhuskonditoriet
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • SEK 10
Hotel
Hotel
  • Best Western Plus Edward Hotel
  • Stadshotellet Lidköping
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional trains
  • Hall 2: bus connections
Public transit options for Lidköping station
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Regional trains to Gothenburg and Mariestad
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