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Compare bus and train for Gothenburg to Strömstad
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Strömstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a bus costs an average of €25.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €5. The journey takes 2h 26m versus 1h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Gothenburg to Strömstad
How to get from Gothenburg to Strömstad by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Gothenburg to Strömstad is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik10:23 AM2h23Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen12:46 PMStrömstad tågstation€121One-way1 transfer
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841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik10:23 AM2h23Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen12:46 PMStrömstad tågstation€121One-way1 transfer
Fastest
FlixBus7:00 AM1h57Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen8:57 AMStrömstad, Blomsholmsmotet€151One-way0 transfers
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13742 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik11:10 AM2h52Gothenburg Centralstation2:02 PMStrömstad tågstation€121One-way1 transfer
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik12:23 PM2h23Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen2:46 PMStrömstad tågstation€121One-way1 transfer
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik8:21 AM2h25Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen10:46 AMStrömstad tågstation€121One-way1 transfer
FlixBus5:05 PM2h07Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen7:12 PMStrömstad, Blomsholmsmotet€141One-way0 transfers
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- Around 6 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gothenburg and Strömstad as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet.
- Ferries mostly depart from Hirtshals Port and arrive in Larvik Revet terminal.
- Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus to go to Strömstad by bus.
- 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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