The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Borås
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
7
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Borås is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Borås will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 7 trains that leave Gothenburg for Borås on Sun, Mar 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 15 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Sun, Mar 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
327 SJ
7369 Västtrafik
7345 Västtrafik
7359 Västtrafik
339 SJ
327 SJ
339 SJ
7369 Västtrafik
7345 Västtrafik
327 SJ+
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Compare train and bus for Gothenburg to Borås
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Borås among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 59m. 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 €6, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 58 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Borås train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Borås trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
327 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 9:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h08 | 10:12 AM Borås | 1 transfer | |
327 SJ | 9:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h53 | 9:57 AM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7345 Västtrafik | 10:00 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h06 | 11:06 AM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7359 Västtrafik | 1:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h13 | 3:03 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
339 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 3:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h08 | 4:12 PM Borås | 1 transfer | |
339 SJ | 3:04 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0h53 | 3:57 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7369 Västtrafik | 4:00 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1h02 | 5:02 PM Borås Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) or VR to find the best option for your trip from Gothenburg to Borås.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Borås
Trains from Gothenburg to Borås run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 53m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ), VR from Gothenburg to Borås trainsSJ, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ), VR trains will get you between Gothenburg and Borås from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Borås
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Borås by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Borås, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Borås
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsgatan.
- Restaurant Viskan
- Café Bakgården
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Quality Hotel Grand
- Scandic Plaza Borås
- Comfort Hotel Jazz
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Gothenburg and regional destinations
- Bus: Vy Buss
- Train: SJ Regional trains
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