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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Gävle

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 17

Cheapest price on Oct 17

€56

Average ticket price on Oct 17

€97

Fastest journey on Oct 17

5 h 38 m

Average journey duration on Oct 17

6 h 32 m

Trains on Oct 17

29

Distance

442 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gothenburg to Gävle will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Gävle without transferring at least once.

  • SJ60170 SJ · 170 SJ+UL774 UL+Malartag8436 Mälartåg
    8:14 AM7h08
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen
    3:22 PMGävle Centralstation
    €561One-way
    3 transfers
  • SJ60172 SJ · 172 SJ · 278 SJ
    9:14 AM7h42
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen
    4:56 PMGävle Centralstation
    €611One-way
    2 transfers
  • Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik+SJ60174 SJ · 174 SJ
    9:28 AM8h58
    Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
    6:26 PMGävle, Fjällbackens Köpcentrum
    €741One-way
    5 transfers
  • Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik+SJ60174 SJ · 174 SJ
    9:28 AM9h16
    Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
    6:44 PMGävle Fyrbovägen
    €741One-way
    5 transfers
  • SJ60174 SJ · 174 SJ+TagiBergslagen8172 Tåg i Bergslagen+Västtrafik42 Västtrafik
    9:28 AM8h28
    Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
    5:56 PMGävle Korpvägen
    €741One-way
    5 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Gävle

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Trains from Gothenburg to Gävle run on average 50 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 442 km distance in 4h 38m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
442 km
Average train duration
5h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Trains per day
50
Fastest train
4h 38m
First train
12:08 AM
Last train
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
3 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Gothenburg to Gävle train times

The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Gävle trains for today, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+VR2006 VR+SJ570 SJ6:44 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
6h33
1:17 PM Gävle, Fjällbackens Köpcentrum4 transfers
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik+SJ168 SJ+TagiBergslagen8190 Tåg i Bergslagen6:44 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
8h14
2:58 PM Gävle Korpvägen4 transfers
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+VR2006 VR+SJ570 SJ6:44 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
6h44
1:28 PM Gävle Korpvägen4 transfers
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+VR2006 VR+SJ570 SJ6:44 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
6h36
1:20 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen4 transfers
VR2006 VR+SJ570 SJ+XTrafik1 X-trafik7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h40
1:04 PM Gävle2 transfers
VR2006 VR+SJ570 SJ7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h18
12:42 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+SJ426 SJ · 10 SJ7:29 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
6h48
2:17 PM Gävle, Fjällbackens Köpcentrum4 transfers
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+SJ426 SJ · 10 SJ7:29 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
6h51
2:20 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen4 transfers
Västtrafik42 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik+SJ426 SJ · 10 SJ7:29 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan
6h59
2:28 PM Gävle Korpvägen4 transfers
SJ426 SJ · 10 SJ8:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h34
1:45 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ170 SJ+TagiBergslagen8170 Tåg i Bergslagen8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
3:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ428 SJ · 574 SJ9:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
2:43 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ172 SJ+TagiBergslagen8192 Tåg i Bergslagen9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
4:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ174 SJ · 280 SJ10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h27
5:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ174 SJ+TagiBergslagen8194 Tåg i Bergslagen10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h02
6:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ174 SJ+TagiBergslagen8172 Tåg i Bergslagen10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
5:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ432 X 2000+Malartag946 Mälartåg · 8444 Mälartåg10:44 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
7h20
6:04 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen4 transfers
SJ432 X 2000 · 580 SJ 300011:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h32
5:43 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ432 X 2000+Malartag946 Mälartåg · 8444 Mälartåg11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h11
5:22 PM Gävle Centralstation2 transfers
SJ432 X 2000 · 286 SJ11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
9h45
8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ432 X 2000+Malartag946 Mälartåg · 8444 Mälartåg+XTrafik4 X-Trafik11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h53
6:04 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen3 transfers
SJ432 X 2000 · 280 SJ11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h45
5:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ432 SJ · 278 SJ11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h45
4:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+SJ434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 300011:45 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h40
6:25 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen4 transfers
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+XTrafik4 X-Trafik11:54 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h31
6:25 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen3 transfers
SJ434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+XTrafik4 X-Trafik12:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h14
6:25 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen2 transfers
SJ434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 300012:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
5:43 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ434 X 2000 · 286 SJ12:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h45
8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ434 X 2000 · 94 SJ12:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h42
7:53 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ434 X 2000 · 280 SJ12:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h45
5:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
VR2036 VR+SJ580 SJ12:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h19
5:43 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ178 SJ+TagiBergslagen8174 Tåg i Bergslagen12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
7:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ178 SJ · 94 SJ12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h24
7:53 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ178 SJ · 286 SJ12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h27
8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000+XTrafik4 X-Trafik12:45 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h30
7:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen3 transfers
SJ436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 30001:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
6:43 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000+XTrafik4 X-Trafik1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h04
7:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen2 transfers
SJ436 X 2000 · 288 SJ1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h45
9:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ436 X 2000 · 94 SJ1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h42
7:53 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ436 X 2000 · 286 SJ1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h45
8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ436 SJ · 582 SJ1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
6:43 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ180 SJ · 288 SJ1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h27
9:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ180 SJ · 286 SJ1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h27
8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ180 SJ+TagiBergslagen8176 Tåg i Bergslagen1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
8:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+SJ438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 30001:45 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h30
8:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen4 transfers
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+XTrafik4 X-Trafik1:54 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h21
8:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen3 transfers
SJ438 X 2000 · 286 SJ2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h45
8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ438 X 2000 · 94 SJ2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h42
7:53 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ438 X 2000 · 288 SJ2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h45
9:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+XTrafik4 X-Trafik2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h04
8:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen2 transfers
SJ438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 30002:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
7:43 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ438 SJ · 584 SJ2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
7:43 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ182 SJ+TagiBergslagen8178 Tåg i Bergslagen2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
9:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ182 SJ+TagiBergslagen8180 Tåg i Bergslagen2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
9h02
11:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ182 SJ · 288 SJ2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h27
9:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ440 X 2000 · 286 SJ3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h45
8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ440 X 2000 · 286 SJ+XTrafik4 X-Trafik3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h33
9:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen2 transfers
SJ440 X 2000+Malartag988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
11h11
2:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ440 X 2000+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
10h11
1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ440 X 2000 · 288 SJ3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h45
9:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
VR2042 VR+SJ286 SJ3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ184 SJ+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
9h53
1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ184 SJ+TagiBergslagen8180 Tåg i Bergslagen3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h02
11:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ184 SJ+Malartag994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg · 68480 Mälartåg3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
11h53
3:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ184 SJ · 92 SJ3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h30
10:59 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+XTrafik4 X-Trafik3:48 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h56
10:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen3 transfers
SJ442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+XTrafik4 X-Trafik4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
6h33
10:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen2 transfers
SJ442 X 2000+Malartag988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
10h11
2:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ442 X 2000 · 288 SJ4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h45
9:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ442 X 2000+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
9h11
1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ442 SJ · 288 SJ4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h45
9:56 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ186 SJ+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg4:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h53
1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ186 SJ+Malartag994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg · 68480 Mälartåg4:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
10h53
3:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ186 SJ+TagiBergslagen8180 Tåg i Bergslagen4:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
11:31 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
SJ444 X 2000+Malartag145 Mälartåg+TagiBergslagen8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+Malartag994 Mälartåg5:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
10h11
3:22 AM Gävle Centralstation5 transfers
SJ444 X 2000+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg5:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h11
1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ444 X 2000+Malartag988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg5:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
9h11
2:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ444 SJ · 92 SJ5:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
5h48
10:59 PM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ446 X 2000+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg5:47 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
8h57
2:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen5 transfers
SJ446 X 2000+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg6:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h11
1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ446 X 2000+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+UL510 UL6:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h33
2:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen4 transfers
SJ446 X 2000+Malartag988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg6:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
8h11
2:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ446 X 2000+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg6:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h11
1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ446 SJ+Malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg6:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h11
1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ448 X 2000+Malartag988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg7:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h11
2:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ448 SJ+Malartag988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg7:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h11
2:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ450 SJ 3000+Malartag994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg7:43 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
11h01
6:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen5 transfers
SJ450 SJ 3000+Malartag994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg · 68480 Mälartåg8:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
10h33
6:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen4 transfers
SJ450 SJ 3000+Malartag994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg · 68480 Mälartåg8:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h11
3:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
SJ450 SJ+Malartag994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg · 68480 Mälartåg8:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h11
3:22 AM Gävle Centralstation3 transfers
Västtrafik13482 Västtrafik+SJ2 SJ+Malartag806 Mälartåg · 8412 Mälartåg8:16 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
13h06
9:22 AM Gävle Centralstation5 transfers
Västtrafik13482 Västtrafik+SJ2 SJ · 80 SJ+JLT7679 Jönköpings länstrafik8:16 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
13h10
9:26 AM Gävle Centralstation4 transfers
VR2052 VR+SJ560 SJ8:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
11h19
7:43 AM Gävle Centralstation1 transfer
VR2052 VR+SL40 SL+Malartag8404 Mälartåg8:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
10h58
7:22 AM Gävle Centralstation2 transfers

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SJ

About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SJ Duration
4h 38m
Cheapest SJ Price
€4
SJ frequency
42 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VR Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest VR Price
€14
VR frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Västtrafik

About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Västtrafik Duration
5h 53m
Cheapest Västtrafik Price
€20
Västtrafik frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Tågab

About
Tågåkeriet i Bergslagen (TÅGAB) is a Swedish railway company established in 1994 and headquartered in Kristinehamn. It operates both freight and passenger trains in Sweden and Norway. TÅGAB's passenger services include routes like Gothenburg-Karlstad-Kristinehamn-Falun/Mora and Karlstad-Stockholm, often utilizing Rc3 locomotives with passenger coaches or X10 railcars. For some regional passenger transport, TÅGAB collaborates with Tåg i Bergslagen, using Bombardier Regina and SJ X12 railcars. The company also handles freight traffic, particularly for industrial plants along its routes, and was one of the first private companies for rail freight transport in Sweden.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tågab Duration
6h 32m
Cheapest Tågab Price
€15
Tågab frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

TagiBergslagen

About
Tåg i Bergslagen (TiB) is a Swedish train company that operates passenger rail transport across the Bergslagen region, connecting the four counties of Örebro, Västmanland, Gävleborg, and Dalarna. Established in 1993, TiB facilitates commuting for work and studies, as well as business and leisure travel. The company utilizes ER1 double-deck trains and Regina train types on its routes, which include lines such as Mora–Borlänge–Sala, Gävle–Borlänge–Mjölby, and Ludvika–Fagersta–Västerås.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TagiBergslagen Duration
6h 19m
Cheapest TagiBergslagen Price
€14
TagiBergslagen frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
Regular luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refund possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket

FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Gävle

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Gävle 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 Gävle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Gothenburg to Gävle can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gothenburg to Gävle is €35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Gothenburg to Gävle is 4h 38m to travel the 442 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Gothenburg to Gävle leaves at 12:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Gothenburg to Gävle leaves at 11:40 PM.
There are 50 trains a day from Gothenburg to Gävle which require at least one change with SJ, VR, TagiBergslagen, Tågab, Västtrafik. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Gothenburg to Gävle, you can count on SJ, VR, TagiBergslagen, Tågab, Västtrafik for the best way to get you to Gävle. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gothenburg and Gävle and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Gävle from Gothenburg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 38m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Gävle including taking a train, flight, and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Gävle

Most Gothenburg to Gävle trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Gävle Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Gävle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Gothenburg
Arrival train stations in Gävle

Which Gothenburg station do trains to Gävle leave from?

Trains from Gothenburg to Gävle leave from Göteborg Centralstation. The station is from Gothenburg city centre at Drottningtorget 5, 411 03 Gothenburg, Sweden.
Göteborg CentralstationDrottningtorget 5, 411 03 Gothenburg, Sweden+46 841062600WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Göteborg Centralstation from Gothenburg city centre

Bus60, X5 · 2m · €1 · every ~32 min
Tram1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, X · 2m · €1 · every ~83 min

Göteborg Centralstation train station facilities and services

Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: 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.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.

Göteborg, Brunnsparken
Göteborg Centralst Drottningt411 03 Gothenburg, Sweden

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