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Flygvapenmuseum
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$39
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$49
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 19
13
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Växjö to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Växjö to Linköping will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from Växjö to Linköping without transferring at least once.
17606 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27612 Jönköpings länstrafik+
8732 Östgötatrafiken · 18832 Östgötatrafiken
17610 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27620 Jönköpings länstrafik+
8748 Östgötatrafiken · 18848 Östgötatrafiken
17608 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27616 Jönköpings länstrafik+
18840 Östgötatrafiken · 8740 Östgötatrafiken
1041 Öresundståg+
524 SJ
310 Kalmar länstrafik+
28806 Krösatåg
1065 Öresundståg+
530 SJ
328 SJ · 528 SJ
332 SJ · 532 SJ
1049 Öresundståg+
526 SJ
1097 Öresundståg+
538 SJOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Växjö to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The journey is about 1h 13m faster (1h 42m by train vs 2h 55m by car) and roughly $31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 vs $47). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Växjö to Linköping trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1097 Öresundståg+ 538 SJ | 2:09 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1h47 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1105 Öresundståg+ 540 SJ | 3:09 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1h43 | 4:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1105 Öresundståg+ 7024 Tågab | 3:09 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2h25 | 5:34 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
17614 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27624 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8756 Östgötatrafiken · 18856 Östgötatrafiken | 3:38 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3h06 | 6:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
1113 Öresundståg+ 542 SJ | 4:09 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1h46 | 5:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1113 Öresundståg+ 384 SJ | 4:09 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2h25 | 6:34 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
17616 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27626 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 18860 Östgötatrafiken · 8760 Östgötatrafiken | 4:37 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3h07 | 7:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
10344 SJ · 544 SJ | 5:08 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1h46 | 6:54 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
90306 Snälltåget · 306 Snälltåget | 5:10 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2h12 | 7:22 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
17618 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27630 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8766 Östgötatrafiken · 18866 Östgötatrafiken | 5:38 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3h36 | 9:14 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
1129 Öresundståg+ 546 SJ | 6:09 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1h46 | 7:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
17620 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27632 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8776 Östgötatrafiken · 18872 Östgötatrafiken | 6:38 PM Växjö Centralstation | 5h06 | 11:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
1137 Öresundståg+ 548 SJ | 7:09 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1h43 | 8:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
17670 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7626 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27604 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 18816 Östgötatrafiken | 7:24 PM Växjö Centralstation | 13h20 | 8:44 AM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
1145 Öresundståg+ 550 SJ | 8:09 PM Växjö Centralstation | 1h43 | 9:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2 SJ+ 145 Länstrafiken Kronoberg | 11:15 PM Växjö Centralstation | 4h18 | 3:33 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
524 SJ+ 1041 Öresundståg | 7:05 AM Växjö Centralstation | 1h49 | 8:54 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
526 SJ+ 1049 Öresundståg | 8:09 AM Växjö Centralstation | 1h46 | 9:55 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
328 SJ · 528 SJ | 9:08 AM Växjö Centralstation | 1h44 | 10:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 17656 Jönköpings länstrafik | 9:20 AM Växjö Centralstation | 2h01 | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
17606 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27612 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8732 Östgötatrafiken · 18832 Östgötatrafiken | 9:25 AM Växjö Centralstation | 3h19 | 12:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
310 Kalmar länstrafik+ 28806 Krösatåg | 10:00 AM Växjö Centralstation | 3h40 | 1:40 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
530 SJ+ 1065 Öresundståg | 10:09 AM Växjö Centralstation | 1h43 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
332 SJ · 532 SJ | 11:08 AM Växjö Centralstation | 1h44 | 12:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
17608 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27616 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 18840 Östgötatrafiken · 8740 Östgötatrafiken | 11:38 AM Växjö Centralstation | 3h06 | 2:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
327 SJ+ 28810 Krösatåg | 12:48 PM Växjö Centralstation | 4h52 | 5:40 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
536 SJ+ 145 Länstrafiken Kronoberg | 12:50 PM Växjö Centralstation | 2h02 | 2:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
17610 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27620 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8748 Östgötatrafiken · 18848 Östgötatrafiken | 1:25 PM Växjö Centralstation | 3h19 | 4:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Växjö to Linköping run on average 89 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 89 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Discover the best of Linköping — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Linköping trip today.
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Open-air museum district with historic homes, craft workshops, and period streets. A classic place to explore Linköping’s past.
Museum in a historic manor telling the story of Linköping through exhibitions on everyday life, culture, and urban development.
Historic neighborhood of wooden houses, lanes, and museums. One of the city’s most atmospheric walking areas and a favorite with visitors.
Canal-side path and locks area popular for walks and cycling. Offers peaceful waterside views and a classic regional landscape.
Main central square framed by civic buildings and shopping streets. A practical starting point for exploring Linköping on foot.
Östgötsk kalops is a slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and warm spices, a hearty farmhouse dish long associated with Östergötland.
Raggmunk are crisp potato pancakes, traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries, a classic Swedish comfort meal common in the region.
Wallenbergare is a tender veal patty enriched with cream and egg, usually served with mashed potatoes, peas, and lingonberries in classic Swedish cooking.
Popular casual venue and bakery praised for quality lunches, coffee, pastries, and a relaxed local fika atmosphere.
Established restaurant known for seasonal Nordic cooking and a refined setting, suitable for a more formal dinner in central Linköping.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant focused on tasting menus and carefully plated Nordic flavors in an intimate, upscale setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is manageable and many places take cards, helping visitors control daily spending.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants usually include service; round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Växjö to Linköping 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 Linköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Växjö to Linköping trains use the Växjö Centralstation to Linköping Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Linköping, Köpmansgränd. Use this guide to compare Växjö and Linköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Växjö 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant PM & Vänner, Kafé de Luxe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Växjö Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Växjö Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Växjö Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Växjö Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Växjö Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Elite Stadshotellet Växjö, PM & Vänner Hotel, Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal.
Linköping 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hamlet, Yogi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
Linköping, Köpmansgränd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food restaurants available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd.
Available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
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