The cheapest and fastest buses from Stockholm to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stockholm to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Gothenburg will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 4 buses that leave Stockholm for Gothenburg on Wed, Dec 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct buses cover the 397 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest buses will take 13 h 10 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stockholm to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €82.
Distance: 397 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€41 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price | €192 Average price |
6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stockholm to Gothenburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Gothenburg buses for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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400 | 8:55 AM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 6h45 | 3:40 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 10:25 AM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 6h35 | 5:00 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 7h45 | 7:35 PM Gothenburg, Korsvägen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 7h55 | 7:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
400 | 12:40 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 6h30 | 7:10 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stockholm to Gothenburg
Buses from Stockholm to Gothenburg run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €17 by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 397 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 397 km |
Average bus duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Norwegian Railways (VY), Vy Buss from Stockholm to GothenburgYou can travel by bus between Stockholm to Gothenburg with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Norwegian Railways (VY), Vy Buss for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Stockholm to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Gothenburg by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stockholm, Cityterminalen, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Gothenburg, Korsvägen, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Stockholm to Gothenburg
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Max Burgers (0.2 km)
- Vete-Katten (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 50, 53, 69 Metro: T-Centralen (all s) Train: Stockholm Central Station
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Cityterminalen (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Swedish Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 50, 53, 57, 65 Metro: T-Centralen (all s) Train: Stockholm Central Station
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Nils (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Espresso House (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 17, 18, 19, 50, 60 Trains: All regional and national s Trams: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11
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