- Must visit
Universeum
Large science center with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibitions. A top family attraction in central Gothenburg.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linköping to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Gothenburg will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
It's difficult to get from Linköping to Gothenburg without transferring at least once.
545 X 2000+
7264 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik
566 Östgötatrafiken · 10 Östgötatrafiken+
545 X 2000+
7264 Västtrafik
533 X 2000 · 175 SJ+
7240 Västtrafik
531 X 2000 · 173 SJ+
7236 Västtrafik
179 SJ+
30 Östgötatrafiken · 8745 Östgötapendeln · 530 Östgötatrafiken
433 X 2000+
12136 Mälartåg
527 X 2000 · 169 SJ+
7228 Västtrafik
531 X 2000 · 173 SJ+
7236 Västtrafik
541 X 2000 · 183 SJ+
7256 Västtrafik
533 X 2000 · 175 SJ+
7240 VästtrafikOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Linköping to Gothenburg:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linköping to Gothenburg costing on average $49 (€41).
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 43m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€41) compared to roughly $57 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€7). The journey takes 3h 22m versus 2h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Gothenburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
555 Östgötatrafiken · 2 Östgötatrafiken+ 523 X 2000 · 165 SJ | 8:05 AM Linköping | 5h18 | 1:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
523 X 2000 · 165 SJ+ 7220 Västtrafik | 9:04 AM Linköping Central Station | 4h19 | 1:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 527 X 2000 · 169 SJ | 9:55 AM Linköping | 5h28 | 3:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 12136 Mälartåg+ 433 X 2000 | 10:55 AM Linköping | 4h47 | 3:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
527 X 2000 · 169 SJ+ 7228 Västtrafik | 11:08 AM Linköping Central Station | 4h15 | 3:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 531 X 2000 · 173 SJ | 11:55 AM Linköping | 5h28 | 5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
12136 Mälartåg+ 433 X 2000 | 12:10 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h32 | 3:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
539 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken+ 533 X 2000 · 175 SJ | 12:55 PM Linköping | 5h28 | 6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
531 X 2000 · 173 SJ+ 7236 Västtrafik | 1:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 4h15 | 5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
533 X 2000 · 175 SJ+ 7240 Västtrafik | 2:04 PM Linköping Central Station | 4h19 | 6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken · 8745 Östgötapendeln+ 179 SJ | 2:55 PM Linköping | 5h28 | 8:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
30 Östgötatrafiken · 530 Östgötatrafiken+ 541 X 2000 · 183 SJ | 4:55 PM Linköping | 5h28 | 10:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
541 X 2000 · 183 SJ+ 7256 Västtrafik | 6:05 PM Linköping Central Station | 4h18 | 10:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
566 Östgötatrafiken · 10 Östgötatrafiken+ 545 X 2000+ 7264 Västtrafik | 7:25 PM Linköping | 4h58 | 12:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
545 X 2000+ 7264 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik | 8:04 PM Linköping Central Station | 4h19 | 12:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Linköping to Gothenburg run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 31 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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