How to travel from Gothenburg to Linköping

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Compare bus and train for Gothenburg to Linköping

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. 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 bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €48.

Distance: 142 miles (229 km)

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€22

Average price

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€48

Average price

4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

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30m

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3h 52m

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3h 22m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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from Gothenburg to Linköping

How to get from Gothenburg to Linköping by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Gothenburg to Linköping is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 PM3h40
    Gothenburg, Korsvägen
    5:40 PMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 PM3h40
    Gothenburg, Korsvägen
    5:40 PMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SJ436 SJ+Malartag2139 Mälartåg
    1:11 PM3h38
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    4:49 PMLinköping Central Station
    471One-way
    1 transfer

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  • SJ172 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken8738 Östgötatrafiken+TagiBergslagen8169 Tåg i Bergslagen
    9:29 AM4h45
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    2:14 PMLinköping Central Station
    421One-way
    2 transfers
  • SJ178 SJ+Malartag138 Mälartåg · 2143 Mälartåg
    12:29 PM5h20
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    5:49 PMLinköping Central Station
    431One-way
    2 transfers
  • Västtrafik3556 Västtrafik · 3458 Västtrafik · 7245 Västtrafik+JLT27626 Jönköpings länstrafik
    2:16 PM5h28
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    7:44 PMLinköping Central Station
    441One-way
    5 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:50 PM3h50
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    5:40 PMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    181One-way
    0 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You400
    12:45 PM3h55
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    4:40 PMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Vy Bus4You400
    7:00 AM3h50
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    10:50 AMLinköping, Fjärrbussterminal
    261One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Gothenburg to Linköping

Travel to Linköping easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gothenburg to Linköping.

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There are 2 options to travel between Gothenburg and Linköping including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Linköping is a bus with an average price of €22.

This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Linköping:

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Linköping costing on average €48.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Linköping is by train with an average journey time of 3h 52m.

Other travel options to Linköping take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

The distance from Gothenburg to Linköping is approximately 142 miles (229 km).
The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Linköping is:
  • Around 34 buses per day.
  • Around 31 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gothenburg and Linköping as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Linköping, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SJ, Västtrafik, VR to go to Linköping by train.
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Vy Buss to go to Linköping by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Gothenburg to Linköping:
  • 18 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Vy Buss.
Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg to Linköping often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Stockholm-Arlanda, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Linköping and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Linköping to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Linköping, you can enjoy leisurely walks and picnics at Linköping City Park, explore regional art and history at Östergötlands Museum, and savor Swedish cuisine at local markets. Take a boat tour on the Kinda Canal and experience the vibrant nightlife and dining in the city center. Visit notable sights such as the historic Linköping Cathedral, the 19th-century Gamla Linköping Open-Air Museum, the Flygvapenmuseum with its aviation exhibits, Linköping Castle with its beautiful gardens, and the scenic Stångån River for outdoor activities.
Two to three days in Linköping are ideal to explore its historical landmarks, such as the Linköping Cathedral and Gamla Linköping Open-Air Museum, and to enjoy the scenic Stångån River and surrounding nature.
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