The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 4 trains that leave Gothenburg for Fredrikstad on Thu, Mar 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 12 the direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Thu, Mar 12 the slowest trains will take 3 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Gothenburg to Fredrikstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €477.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €477 Average price |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 0m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Fredrikstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Fredrikstad trains for today, Wednesday, March 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:43 PM Gothenburg | 3h02 | 9:45 PM Fredrikstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Gothenburg | 2h34 | 9:44 PM Fredrikstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 12 | |||||
![]() | 11:15 AM Gothenburg | 2h29 | 1:44 PM Fredrikstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Gothenburg | 2h32 | 7:42 PM Fredrikstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad
Trains from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: vy from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad trainsvy trains will get you between Gothenburg and Fredrikstad from €22. 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 Fredrikstad
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad 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 Fredrikstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Fredrikstad
- 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 from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Access via Jernbanegata.
- McDonald's Fredrikstad
- Restaurant Slippen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- NOK 10
- Quality Hotel Fredrikstad
- Hotel Victoria
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Oslo and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to nearby islands
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