The cheapest and fastest buses from Strömstad to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Strömstad to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strömstad to Gothenburg will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 12 buses that leave Strömstad for Gothenburg on Thu, Jun 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct buses cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest buses will take 2 h 2 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.
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik3:20 PM2h23Strömstad tågstation5:43 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€131One-way1 transfer
870 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik4:30 AM2h43Strömstad tågstation7:13 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€131One-way2 transfers
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik5:20 PM2h21Strömstad tågstation7:41 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€131One-way1 transfer
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik9:20 AM2h21Strömstad tågstation11:41 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€131One-way1 transfer
870 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik3:42 PM3h01Strömstad tågstation6:43 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€131One-way1 transfer
FlixBus9:43 PM2h02Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet11:45 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:53 PM2h02Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet5:55 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:53 PM2h02Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet3:55 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:43 AM2h02Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet1:45 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:18 AM2h02Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet11:20 AMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Strömstad to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strömstad to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 145 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Strömstad to Gothenburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Strömstad to Gothenburg buses for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:18 AM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 11:20 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 9:20 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h21 | 11:41 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 11:20 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h21 | 1:41 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:53 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 3:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 3:20 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h23 | 5:43 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
870 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 3:42 PM Strömstad tågstation | 3h01 | 6:43 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:53 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 5:55 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 5:20 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h21 | 7:41 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:43 PM Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 2h02 | 11:45 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 18 | |||||
870 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 4:30 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h43 | 7:13 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2 transfers | |
871 Västtrafik · 841 Västtrafik | 7:20 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h23 | 9:43 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Strömstad to Gothenburg
Buses from Strömstad to Gothenburg run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 145 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 145 km |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 2m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Strömstad to GothenburgYou can travel by bus between Strömstad to Gothenburg with FlixBus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Strömstad to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strömstad 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.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Strömstad to Gothenburg
- 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
- 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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