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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skövde to Gothenburg
Showing times and prices for May 26
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
124
Distance
134 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skövde to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skövde to Gothenburg will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Fast trains
Of the 124 trains that leave Skövde for Gothenburg on Tue, May 26, 46 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
2035 VR Snabbtåg4:04 PM1h24Skövde Centralstation5:28 PMGothenburg Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers- 2019 VR Snabbtåg8:03 AM1h25Skövde Centralstation9:28 AMGothenburg Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
- 2047 VR Snabbtåg9:58 PM1h30Skövde Centralstation11:28 PMGothenburg Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
- 2027 VR Snabbtåg12:00 PM1h28Skövde Centralstation1:28 PMGothenburg Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
- 2021 VR Snabbtåg9:03 AM1h25Skövde Centralstation10:28 AMGothenburg Centralstation$131One-way0 transfers
447 X 20009:22 PM1h20Skövde Centralstation10:42 PMGothenburg Centralstation$231One-way0 transfers- 425 X 200010:21 AM1h21Skövde Centralstation11:42 AMGothenburg Centralstation$281One-way0 transfers
- 433 X 20002:21 PM1h21Skövde Centralstation3:42 PMGothenburg Centralstation$291One-way0 transfers
- 427 X 200011:21 AM1h21Skövde Centralstation12:42 PMGothenburg Centralstation$261One-way0 transfers
- 439 X 20005:21 PM1h21Skövde Centralstation6:42 PMGothenburg Centralstation$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Skövde to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Skövde to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. 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 $9, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Skövde to Gothenburg is a train with an average price of $13 (€11).
This is compared to other travel options from Skövde to Gothenburg:
A train is $44 (€35) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Skövde to Gothenburg costing on average $57 (€46).
The fastest way to travel from Skövde to Gothenburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 24m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Skövde and Gothenburg including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Skövde to Gothenburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 33m faster (1h 23m by train vs 1h 56m by car) and roughly $21 (€17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€11) vs $34 (€27)). 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.
Direct services run with SJ, Västtrafik, VR.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Skövde to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Skövde to Gothenburg trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 VR Snabbtåg | 12:00 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h28 | 1:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 429 X 2000 | 12:17 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 1:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
 2 Västtrafik+167 SJ+60 Västtrafik | 12:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h22 | 2:41 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+167 SJ | 12:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 2:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 167 SJ | 12:48 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 2:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+431 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 12:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h16 | 3:05 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+431 X 2000 | 12:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 2:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+169 SJ | 1:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 3:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 431 X 2000 | 1:21 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h21 | 2:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 169 SJ | 1:48 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 3:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+433 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 1:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h16 | 4:05 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+433 X 2000 | 1:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 3:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2031 VR Snabbtåg | 2:03 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 3:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik | 2:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 4:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 2:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h27 | 4:46 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 433 X 2000 | 2:21 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h21 | 3:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3461 Västtrafik | 2:48 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 4:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+435 X 2000 | 2:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 4:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 435 X 2000 | 3:17 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 4:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik | 3:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 3:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h26 | 5:45 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2035 VR Snabbtåg | 3:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h54 | 5:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2035 VR Snabbtåg+60 Västtrafik | 3:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h10 | 5:44 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2035 VR Snabbtåg+60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 3:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h15 | 5:49 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+437 X 2000 | 3:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 5:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+437 X 2000+60 Västtrafik | 3:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h09 | 5:58 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+437 X 2000+60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 3:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h15 | 6:04 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 3465 Västtrafik | 3:50 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h33 | 5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2035 VR Snabbtåg | 4:04 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h24 | 5:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 437 X 2000 | 4:17 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 5:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+175 SJ | 4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+175 SJ+18 Västtrafik | 4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h26 | 6:45 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 175 SJ | 4:48 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+439 X 2000 | 4:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 6:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+439 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 4:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h18 | 7:07 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+439 X 2000+60 Västtrafik | 4:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h10 | 6:59 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+439 X 2000+60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 4:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h18 | 7:07 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+177 SJ | 5:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 7:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 439 X 2000 | 5:21 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h21 | 6:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2009 VR Snabbtåg+60 Västtrafik | 5:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h13 | 7:47 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2009 VR Snabbtåg | 5:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h54 | 7:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 177 SJ | 5:48 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 7:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+441 X 2000 | 5:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 7:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+441 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 5:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h17 | 8:06 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2009 VR Snabbtåg | 6:00 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h28 | 7:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 441 X 2000 | 6:17 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 7:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+179 SJ | 6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 8:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+179 SJ+60 Västtrafik | 6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h22 | 8:41 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 179 SJ | 6:48 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 8:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+443 X 2000 | 6:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 8:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+443 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 6:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h15 | 9:04 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2011 VR Snabbtåg | 7:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h23 | 8:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 443 X 2000 | 7:13 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h29 | 8:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 7:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h27 | 9:46 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik | 7:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 9:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 3481 Västtrafik | 7:49 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h34 | 9:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+445 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 7:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h16 | 10:06 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+445 X 2000 | 7:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h52 | 9:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2003 VR Snabbtåg | 8:00 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h28 | 9:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 445 X 2000 | 8:17 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 9:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+183 SJ | 8:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h03 | 10:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 183 SJ | 8:45 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h38 | 10:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+447 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 8:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h20 | 11:10 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+447 X 2000 | 8:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h52 | 10:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2047 VR Snabbtåg | 9:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h08 | 11:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2047 VR Snabbtåg+18 Västtrafik | 9:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h30 | 11:50 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 447 X 2000 | 9:22 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h20 | 10:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+449 X 2000 | 9:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h52 | 11:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+449 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 9:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h15 | 12:05 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 3489 Västtrafik | 9:53 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h44 | 11:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2047 VR Snabbtåg | 9:58 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h30 | 11:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik | 10:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h17 | 12:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 449 X 2000 | 10:21 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h21 | 11:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+451 X 2000 | 10:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h52 | 12:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+451 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 10:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h16 | 1:06 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 3493 Västtrafik | 11:00 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h37 | 12:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 451 X 2000 | 11:20 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h22 | 12:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 451 X 2000+X6 Västtrafik | 11:20 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1h49 | 1:09 AM Gothenburg | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
| 2 Västtrafik · 7201 Västtrafik · 3421 Västtrafik | 12:51 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 5h32 | 6:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 7201 Västtrafik · 3421 Västtrafik | 4:41 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h42 | 6:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 3423 Västtrafik | 5:17 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 6:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 5:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h24 | 7:45 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik | 5:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h02 | 7:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik | 5:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h19 | 7:40 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 3425 Västtrafik | 5:47 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h36 | 7:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3427 Västtrafik | 5:51 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h51 | 7:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3427 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik | 5:51 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h07 | 7:58 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 3427 Västtrafik | 6:15 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h27 | 7:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+155 SJ+60 Västtrafik | 6:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h19 | 8:40 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+155 SJ | 6:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h02 | 8:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 155 SJ | 6:48 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 8:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+419 SJ 3000+60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 6:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h15 | 9:04 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+419 SJ 3000 | 6:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 8:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+419 SJ 3000+60 Västtrafik | 6:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h09 | 8:58 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 419 SJ 3000 | 7:19 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h23 | 8:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+157 SJ | 7:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 9:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2019 VR Snabbtåg | 7:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h54 | 9:28 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2019 VR Snabbtåg+18 Västtrafik | 7:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h16 | 9:50 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2019 VR Snabbtåg+60 Västtrafik | 7:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h11 | 9:45 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2019 VR Snabbtåg+60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik | 7:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h16 | 9:50 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 3 transfers | |
| 157 SJ | 7:48 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 9:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+421 X 2000 | 7:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 9:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2019 VR Snabbtåg | 8:03 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 9:28 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 421 X 2000 | 8:13 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h29 | 9:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+159 SJ | 8:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 10:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2021 VR Snabbtåg+18 Västtrafik | 8:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h18 | 10:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+2021 VR Snabbtåg | 8:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h54 | 10:28 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 159 SJ | 8:48 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 10:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+423 X 2000 | 8:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 10:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2021 VR Snabbtåg | 9:03 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h25 | 10:28 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik | 9:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 11:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 423 X 2000 | 9:21 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h21 | 10:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3441 Västtrafik | 9:48 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 11:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+425 X 2000 | 9:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 11:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+163 SJ | 10:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 12:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 425 X 2000 | 10:21 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h21 | 11:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 163 SJ | 10:48 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 12:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+427 X 2000 | 10:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 12:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+165 SJ | 11:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h04 | 1:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 427 X 2000 | 11:21 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h21 | 12:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 165 SJ | 11:48 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1h35 | 1:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2 Västtrafik+429 X 2000+60 Västtrafik | 11:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h12 | 2:01 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 2 transfers | |
| 2 Västtrafik+429 X 2000 | 11:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 1h53 | 1:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 2 Västtrafik+429 X 2000+18 Västtrafik | 11:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 2h17 | 2:06 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Skövde to Gothenburg
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Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg run on average 80 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 1h 22m.
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 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 80 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, VR from Skövde to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR trains will get you between Skövde and Gothenburg from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 22m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
SJ frequency
51 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
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 37m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€9)
Västtrafik frequency
25 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
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 Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
VR 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, 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
FAQs: Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skövde 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.
Train ticket prices from Skövde to Gothenburg can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $13 (€11).
The train from Skövde to Gothenburg takes 1h 22m and runs 80 per day.
The distance by train from Skövde to Gothenburg is 83 miles (134 km).
The first train from Skövde to Gothenburg leaves at 12:02 AM.
The last train from Skövde to Gothenburg leaves at 11:57 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Skövde to Gothenburg.
Yes, there is a direct train from Skövde to Gothenburg. This service operates 32 times per day, provided by SJ, Västtrafik, VR.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Skövde to Gothenburg.
The train station in Skövde that goes to Gothenburg is Skövde Centralstation, which connects to Gothenburg Centralstation.
The cheapest way to get from Skövde to Gothenburg is by train, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The train journey from Skövde to Gothenburg is scenic, offering views of the picturesque Swedish countryside, including lush forests, rolling hills, and charming small towns along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Skövde to Gothenburg is feasible. The journey takes 1h 22m, and the distance is 83 miles (134 km). There are 54 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 Skövde to Gothenburg.
Since both Skövde and Gothenburg are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Gothenburg include Halmstad, Varberg, Jönköping, Trollhättan, Falkenberg.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Skövde to Gothenburg among Omio's users.
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.
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Skövde to Gothenburg
Skövde
Gothenburg
The major train station for departures in Skövde is Skövde Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Skövde Centralstation for your trip from Skövde to Gothenburg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station.
Dining
- Restaurang Sällskapet
- Restaurang Glädje
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Hotel
- Scandic Billingen
- Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
- Quality Hotel Prisma
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transit options for Skövde Centralstation
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
Skövde, Arena
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Skövde, Sjukhuset
information
The major train station for arrivals in Gothenburg is Göteborg Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göteborg Centralstation for your journey to Gothenburg from Skövde.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Wifi
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
Lockers
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Dining
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
Accessibility
- 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.
Hotel
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Information Desk
- Opposite the taxi station.
Public transit options for Göteborg Centralstation
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
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Göteborg Domkyrkan
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