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Gothenburg Museum of Art
Major art museum with Nordic masters, international works, and strong modern collections. A top cultural stop at Götaplatsen.
Cheapest price on Oct 22
€31
Average ticket price on Oct 22
€67
Fastest journey on Oct 22
4 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
4 h 38 m
Trains on Oct 22
32
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Uppsala to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Uppsala to Gothenburg will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
It's difficult to get from Uppsala to Gothenburg without transferring at least once.
159 SJ+
804 UL · 874 UL
977 Mälartåg+
451 SJ
593 SL+
2017 VR
971 Mälartåg+
449 SJ
40 SL+
421 SJ
919 Mälartåg+
427 SJ
911 Mälartåg+
423 SJ
937 Mälartåg+
435 SJ
941 Mälartåg+
437 SJ
925 Mälartåg+
429 SJTrains from Uppsala to Gothenburg run on average 122 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 122 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Uppsala to Gothenburg.
The table below shows live departures for Uppsala to Gothenburg trains for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
965 Mälartåg+ 447 SJ | 6:09 PM Uppsala Central Station | 4h38 | 10:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
11 SJ · 677 SJ · 3979 SJ | 6:20 PM Uppsala Central Station | 6h30 | 12:50 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
861 Mälartåg+ 2047 VR | 6:38 PM Uppsala Central Station | 4h57 | 11:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
159 SJ+ 804 UL · 874 UL | 12:11 AM Uppsala Central Station | 10h19 | 10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
2017 VR+ 593 SL | 2:34 AM Uppsala Central Station | 6h01 | 8:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
421 SJ+ 40 SL | 4:26 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h21 | 9:47 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
3441 Västtrafik+ 907 Mälartåg | 5:10 AM Uppsala Central Station | 6h20 | 11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2021 VR+ 40 SL | 5:26 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h09 | 10:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
161 SJ+ 3441 Västtrafik+ 774 UL | 5:59 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h31 | 11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
423 SJ+ 911 Mälartåg | 6:10 AM Uppsala Central Station | 4h37 | 10:47 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
163 SJ+ 804 UL | 6:36 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h54 | 12:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
425 SJ+ 915 Mälartåg | 7:08 AM Uppsala Central Station | 4h39 | 11:47 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
163 SJ+ 915 Mälartåg · 4123 Mälartåg | 7:08 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h22 | 12:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
165 SJ+ 8515 Mälartåg | 7:39 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h51 | 1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
427 SJ+ 919 Mälartåg | 8:10 AM Uppsala Central Station | 4h37 | 12:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
263 SJ+ 2027 VR | 8:51 AM Uppsala Central Station | 4h44 | 1:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
429 SJ+ 925 Mälartåg | 9:09 AM Uppsala Central Station | 4h38 | 1:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
169 SJ+ 804 UL | 9:41 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h49 | 3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
169 SJ+ 825 Mälartåg · 4129 Mälartåg | 9:44 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h46 | 3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
431 SJ+ 929 Mälartåg | 10:08 AM Uppsala Central Station | 4h39 | 2:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
171 SJ+ 3461 Västtrafik+ 804 UL | 10:40 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h50 | 4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
267 SJ+ 2031 VR | 10:52 AM Uppsala Central Station | 4h43 | 3:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
433 SJ+ 933 Mälartåg | 11:08 AM Uppsala Central Station | 4h39 | 3:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
435 SJ+ 937 Mälartåg | 12:09 PM Uppsala Central Station | 4h38 | 4:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
175 SJ+ 8535 Mälartåg | 12:50 PM Uppsala Central Station | 5h40 | 6:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
271 SJ+ 2035 VR | 12:51 PM Uppsala Central Station | 4h44 | 5:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
437 SJ+ 941 Mälartåg | 1:09 PM Uppsala Central Station | 4h38 | 5:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
177 SJ+ 804 UL | 1:45 PM Uppsala Central Station | 5h45 | 7:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
273 SJ · 177 SJ+ 137 Mälartåg | 1:51 PM Uppsala Central Station | 5h39 | 7:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
439 SJ+ 947 Mälartåg | 2:09 PM Uppsala Central Station | 4h38 | 6:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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Major art museum with Nordic masters, international works, and strong modern collections. A top cultural stop at Götaplatsen.
One of the world's largest maritime museums, featuring historic ships and naval heritage on the waterfront. Great for families and history fans.
Science center with hands-on exhibits, rainforest environment, and educational displays. Popular with families and curious adults alike.
Elegant boulevard lined with museums, theater, and Poseidon fountain. The city's cultural heart and a classic first stop.
Historic main avenue with shops, architecture, and city energy from canal to square. Essential for walking and people-watching.
Vast park with walking paths, viewpoints, zoo area, and open spaces. A beloved local retreat with room to explore.
Classic West Coast open sandwich with cooked prawns, mayonnaise, egg and dill on bread. A signature seafood dish tied to Gothenburg’s harbor culture.
Fresh North Atlantic prawns, often served simply with lemon, mayonnaise and bread. Gothenburg is famous in Sweden for its high-quality shellfish.
Traditional herring prepared in pickled marinades, often with onion, potatoes and crispbread. A staple of Swedish coastal cooking and festive tables.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal Nordic ingredients and refined tasting menus in a calm, polished setting.
Well-known seafood restaurant by the harbor, celebrated for shellfish platters and classic Swedish fish dishes in a stylish room.
Historic food hall venue popular for traditional Swedish seafood, especially räkmacka, in a lively market atmosphere.
Gothenburg is pricier than many European cities. Hotels, dining, and transit are moderate to high, though budget lunches and day passes help control costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Most Uppsala to Gothenburg trains use the Uppsala, Centralstation to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station. Use this guide to compare Uppsala and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Uppsala, Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Stationen, Kitchen & Table Uppsala
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Uppsala, Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Uppsala, Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uppsala, Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Uppsala, Elite Hotel Academia, Clarion Hotel Gillet.
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station is 3 km from Gothenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Parking.
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
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