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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 35 trains that leave Stockholm Central Station for Skövde Centralstation on Tue, Aug 25, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
419 SJ 30005:13 AM2h10Stockholm Central Station7:23 AMSkövde Centralstation€181One-way0 transfers- 451 X 20009:22 PM2h03Stockholm Central Station11:25 PMSkövde Centralstation€181One-way0 transfers
- 183 SJ5:14 PM3h37Stockholm Central Station8:51 PMSkövde Centralstation€221One-way0 transfers
- 169 SJ10:14 AM3h37Stockholm Central Station1:51 PMSkövde Centralstation€221One-way0 transfers
- 163 SJ7:14 AM3h37Stockholm Central Station10:51 AMSkövde Centralstation€221One-way0 transfers
- 443 X 20005:10 PM2h02Stockholm Central Station7:12 PMSkövde Centralstation€571One-way0 transfers
- 451 X 20009:22 PM2h03Stockholm Central Station11:25 PMSkövde Centralstation€181One-way0 transfers
- 433 X 200012:17 PM2h03Stockholm Central Station2:20 PMSkövde Centralstation€381One-way0 transfers
- 425 X 20008:17 AM2h03Stockholm Central Station10:20 AMSkövde Centralstation€571One-way0 transfers
- 445 X 20006:16 PM2h03Stockholm Central Station8:19 PMSkövde Centralstation€481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €33.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price | €59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation:
A train is €48 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation costing on average €74.
Other travel options to Skövde Centralstation take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 42m.
The journey is about 1h 31m faster (2h 22m by train vs 3h 53m by car) and roughly €33 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€26 vs €59). 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, VR, FlixTrain, Swedish Railways (SJ).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation trains for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 419 SJ 3000 | 5:13 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h10 | 7:23 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
 2019 VR Snabbtåg | 5:52 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h13 | 8:05 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 421 X 2000 | 6:04 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h13 | 8:17 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2021 VR Snabbtåg | 6:51 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h17 | 9:08 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 163 SJ | 7:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 10:51 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 423 X 2000 | 7:19 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h03 | 9:22 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 165 SJ | 8:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 11:51 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 425 X 2000 | 8:17 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h03 | 10:20 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 167 SJ | 9:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h39 | 12:53 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 427 X 2000 | 9:15 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h10 | 11:25 AM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2027 VR Snabbtåg | 9:58 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h07 | 12:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 169 SJ | 10:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 1:51 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 429 X 2000 | 10:17 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h04 | 12:21 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 431 X 2000 | 11:17 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h08 | 1:25 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2031 VR Snabbtåg | 11:51 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h14 | 2:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 433 X 2000 | 12:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h03 | 2:20 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 175 SJ | 1:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 4:51 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 435 X 2000 | 1:18 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h03 | 3:21 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2035 VR Snabbtåg | 1:58 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h07 | 4:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 177 SJ | 2:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 5:51 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 437 X 2000 | 2:16 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h09 | 4:25 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 179 SJ | 3:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 6:51 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 439 X 2000 | 3:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h08 | 5:25 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2009 VR Snabbtåg | 3:48 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h17 | 6:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 441 X 2000 | 4:08 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h13 | 6:21 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2011 VR Snabbtåg | 4:59 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h09 | 7:08 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 443 X 2000 | 5:10 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h02 | 7:12 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 183 SJ | 5:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h37 | 8:51 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2003 VR Snabbtåg | 5:51 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h14 | 8:05 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 445 X 2000 | 6:16 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h03 | 8:19 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 447 X 2000 | 7:16 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h09 | 9:25 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2047 VR Snabbtåg | 8:01 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h07 | 10:08 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 449 X 2000 | 8:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h05 | 10:27 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 451 X 2000 | 9:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h03 | 11:25 PM Skövde Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 SJ+ 7202 Västtrafik | 11:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 7h01 | 6:18 AM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation
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Trains from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 3:08 AM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SJ, VR, Malartag, Tågab, FlixTrain, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation trainsSJ, VR, Malartag, Tågab, FlixTrain, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm Central Station and Skövde Centralstation from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation 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 Centralstation, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation
Most Stockholm Central Station to Skövde Centralstation trains use the Stockholm Centralstation to Skövde Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockholm Central Station and Skövde Centralstation train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Stockholm Centralstation from Stockholm city centre
Stockholm Centralstation train station facilities and services
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Getting to Skövde Centralstation from Skövde city centre
Skövde Centralstation train station facilities and services
Skövde Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurang Sällskapet, Restaurang Glädje
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skövde Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Skövde Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skövde Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Skövde Centralstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skövde Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Billingen, Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren, Quality Hotel Prisma.
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