The cheapest and fastest trains from Linköping to Skövde
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linköping to Skövde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Skövde will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
It's difficult to get from Linköping to Skövde without transferring at least 2 times.
520 Östgötatrafiken+
167 SJ+
8170 Tåg i Bergslagen8:50 AM3h56Linköping Central Station12:46 PMSkövde Centralstation$431One-way2 transfers
1 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+
8170 Tåg i Bergslagen+
167 SJ8:21 AM4h25Linköping12:46 PMSkövde Centralstation$431One-way3 transfers
7202 Västtrafik+
546 Östgötatrafiken · 540 Östgötatrafiken+
1 SJ9:55 PM8h23Linköping6:18 AMSkövde Centralstation$461One-way3 transfers
7202 Västtrafik+
2 Östgötatrafiken+
1 SJ+
546 Östgötatrafiken9:55 PM8h23Linköping6:18 AMSkövde Centralstation$461One-way3 transfers
1 SJ+
7202 Västtrafik+
1 Östgötatrafiken11:51 PM6h27Linköping6:18 AMSkövde Centralstation$461One-way2 transfers
520 Östgötatrafiken+
10530 X 2000 · 169 SJ10:50 AM2h57Linköping Central Station1:47 PMSkövde Centralstation$681One-way2 transfers
520 Östgötatrafiken+
10538 X 2000 · 177 SJ2:20 PM3h26Linköping Central Station5:46 PMSkövde Centralstation$741One-way2 transfers
1 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+
10530 X 2000 · 169 SJ10:21 AM3h26Linköping1:47 PMSkövde Centralstation$681One-way3 transfers
1 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+
10538 X 2000 · 177 SJ1:56 PM3h50Linköping5:46 PMSkövde Centralstation$741One-way3 transfers
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+
10530 X 20009:54 AM3h53Linköping1:47 PMSkövde Centralstation$681One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Linköping to Skövde
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. 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 train costs an average of $26, and a bus costs an average of $60.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Skövde:
A train is $35 (€29) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Linköping to Skövde costing on average $72 (€58).
Other travel options to Skövde take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
The journey is about 9m faster (2h 14m by train vs 2h 23m by car) and roughly $0.15 (€0.12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($37 (€30) vs $37 (€30)). 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.
Live departures
Linköping to Skövde train times
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Skövde trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+ 10528 X 2000 · 167 SJ | 8:21 AM Linköping | 4h25 | 12:46 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+ 167 SJ+ 8170 Tåg i Bergslagen | 8:21 AM Linköping | 4h25 | 12:46 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 60527 SJ · 529 X 2000+ 7240 Västtrafik | 8:50 AM Linköping Central Station | 8h15 | 5:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 10528 X 2000 · 167 SJ | 8:50 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h56 | 12:46 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 60527 SJ · 529 X 2000+ 7236 Västtrafik | 8:50 AM Linköping Central Station | 7h15 | 4:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 60527 SJ · 529 X 2000+ 7232 Västtrafik | 8:50 AM Linköping Central Station | 6h11 | 3:01 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 167 SJ+ 8170 Tåg i Bergslagen | 8:50 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h56 | 12:46 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 16 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+ 10530 X 2000 | 9:54 AM Linköping | 3h53 | 1:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
530 Östgötatrafiken · 539 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+ 10530 X 2000 | 9:54 AM Linköping | 3h53 | 1:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+ 10530 X 2000 · 169 SJ | 10:21 AM Linköping | 3h26 | 1:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 10530 X 2000 · 169 SJ | 10:50 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h57 | 1:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken · 520 Östgötatrafiken+ 10538 X 2000 · 177 SJ | 1:56 PM Linköping | 3h50 | 5:46 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 10538 X 2000 · 177 SJ | 2:20 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h26 | 5:46 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 60539 SJ · 541 X 2000+ 7256 Västtrafik | 3:50 PM Linköping Central Station | 5h15 | 9:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 60539 SJ · 541 X 2000+ 7260 Västtrafik | 3:50 PM Linköping Central Station | 6h16 | 10:06 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
520 Östgötatrafiken+ 60539 SJ · 541 X 2000+ 7264 Västtrafik | 3:50 PM Linköping Central Station | 7h15 | 11:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
546 Östgötatrafiken · 540 Östgötatrafiken+ 1 SJ+ 7202 Västtrafik | 9:55 PM Linköping | 8h23 | 6:18 AM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
546 Östgötatrafiken · 2 Östgötatrafiken+ 1 SJ+ 7202 Västtrafik | 9:55 PM Linköping | 8h23 | 6:18 AM Skövde Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linköping to Skövde
Trains from Linköping to Skövde run on average 53 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 53 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Västtrafik, SJ, VR, TagiBergslagen, Malartag, ÖstgötaTrafiken from Linköping to Skövde trainsVästtrafik, SJ, VR, TagiBergslagen, Malartag, ÖstgötaTrafiken trains will get you between Linköping and Skövde from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Västtrafik
SJ
VR
Malartag
ÖstgötaTrafiken
TagiBergslagen
FAQs: Trains from Linköping to Skövde
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linköping to Skövde 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 Skövde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Linköping to Skövde
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Short stay parking is available nearby.
- Restaurant Hamlet
- Yogi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken
- Scandic Linköping City
- Elite Stora Hotellet
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Stockholm, Malmö, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Södra stambanan line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- Restaurang Sällskapet
- Restaurang Glädje
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Scandic Billingen
- Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
- Quality Hotel Prisma
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
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