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A major science centre with rainforest, aquarium, exhibitions and family-friendly interactive displays. One of Gothenburg’s most popular indoor attractions.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vargarda to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vargarda to Gothenburg will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Vargarda for Gothenburg on Mon, Jun 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest trains will take 51 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vargarda to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vargarda to Gothenburg:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vargarda to Gothenburg costing on average $14 (€12).
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 1m.
The journey is about 6m faster (46m by train vs 52m by car) and roughly $7 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $17 (€14)). 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, Swedish Railways (SJ).
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 Vargarda to Gothenburg trains for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
167 SJ | 1:37 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 1h00 | 2:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
169 SJ | 2:32 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h51 | 3:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
3461 Västtrafik | 3:32 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h51 | 4:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 SJ | 4:32 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h51 | 5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 SJ | 5:32 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h51 | 6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 SJ | 6:33 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h50 | 7:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 SJ | 7:32 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h51 | 8:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
3481 Västtrafik | 8:32 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h51 | 9:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 SJ | 9:30 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h53 | 10:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
3493 Västtrafik | 11:44 PM Vårgårda tågstation | 0h53 | 12:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vargarda to Gothenburg run on average 30 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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A large city park popular for walking, picnics, viewpoints and relaxed local atmosphere. A year-round favorite among residents.
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A creamy fish and shellfish soup made with local catch such as salmon, white fish, mussels, or shrimp. It reflects Gothenburg's long maritime and fishing traditions.
Pickled herring served in sweet, spiced, or mustard marinades. It is a staple of Swedish food culture and especially fitting in a coastal city known for excellent seafood.
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Prices are high by European standards, especially for dining and hotels, though public transport and casual lunches are manageable.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great table service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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