The cheapest and fastest trains from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
It's difficult to get from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation without transferring at least once.
38 Västtrafik · 13763 Västtrafik2:00 PM3h05Strömstad tågstation5:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13731 Västtrafik6:24 AM2h46Strömstad tågstation9:10 AMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13779 Västtrafik5:45 PM3h20Strömstad tågstation9:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13771 Västtrafik3:44 PM3h01Strömstad tågstation6:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13795 Västtrafik4:46 AM2h59Strömstad tågstation7:45 AMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13731 Västtrafik6:24 AM2h46Strömstad tågstation9:10 AMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13795 Västtrafik4:46 AM2h59Strömstad tågstation7:45 AMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13771 Västtrafik3:44 PM3h01Strömstad tågstation6:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13763 Västtrafik2:00 PM3h05Strömstad tågstation5:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13779 Västtrafik5:45 PM3h20Strömstad tågstation9:05 PMGothenburg Centralstation$161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 89 miles (144 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $16 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation:
A ferry is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation costing on average $16 (€13).
A ferry is $6 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation costing on average $17 (€13).
Other travel options to Gothenburg Centralstation take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 26m.
Ferry takes on average 2h 35m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€13) compared to roughly $36 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€16). The journey takes 2h 26m versus 1h 47m 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.
Live departures
Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation train times
The table below shows live departures for Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
38 Västtrafik · 13779 Västtrafik | 5:45 PM Strömstad tågstation | 3h20 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
38 Västtrafik · 13795 Västtrafik | 4:46 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h59 | 7:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13731 Västtrafik | 6:24 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h46 | 9:10 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13763 Västtrafik | 2:00 PM Strömstad tågstation | 3h05 | 5:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13771 Västtrafik | 3:44 PM Strömstad tågstation | 3h01 | 6:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation
Trains from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by ferry.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:30, the last at 13:30. The fastest train covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 89 miles (144 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 1:30 PM |
Last train 1:30 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Västtrafik from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation trainsVästtrafik trains will get you between Strömstad tågstation and Gothenburg Centralstation from $6 (€5). 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 Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg Centralstation, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Strömstad tågstation to Gothenburg Centralstation
- Located outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps.
- Free of charge
- Strömstad Spa & Resort
- Laholmen Hotel
- Scandic Laholmen
- The station has a main entrance with platforms for regional trains and connections to local buses.
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- 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 Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- 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
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