The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Kiruna
Cheapest price
€90
Average price
€138
Fastest journey
18 h 58 m
Average duration
20 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Kiruna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Kiruna will cost around €138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gothenburg for Kiruna on Fri, Jun 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 1202 km distance in an average of 20 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 58 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 23 h 39 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.
1:17 PM18h58Gothenburg8:15 AMKiruna€901One-way0 transfers
12:17 PM18h58Gothenburg7:15 AMKiruna€1271One-way0 transfers
10:17 AM20h58Gothenburg7:15 AMKiruna€1291One-way0 transfers
4:08 PM22h03Gothenburg2:11 PMKiruna€1641One-way0 transfers
1:32 PM23h39Gothenburg1:11 PMKiruna€1791One-way0 transfers
1:17 PM18h58Gothenburg8:15 AMKiruna€901One-way0 transfers
12:17 PM18h58Gothenburg7:15 AMKiruna€1271One-way0 transfers
10:17 AM20h58Gothenburg7:15 AMKiruna€1291One-way0 transfers
4:08 PM22h03Gothenburg2:11 PMKiruna€1641One-way0 transfers
1:32 PM23h39Gothenburg1:11 PMKiruna€1791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Gothenburg to Kiruna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Kiruna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €66, and a flight costs an average of €117.
Distance: 1202 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€118 Average price Cheapest | €350 Average price | €195 Average price |
21h 36m Average total duration 21h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 33m Average total duration 24h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.6 - 7.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Kiruna train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Kiruna trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
438 X 2000 · 94 SJ · 98 SJ | 1:19 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 22h56 | 12:15 PM Kiruna Central Station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Kiruna
Trains from Gothenburg to Kiruna run on average 2 times per day, taking around 21h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €66 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 1202 km distance in 17h 58m.
Distance 1202 km |
Average train duration 21h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €66 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 17h 58m |
First train 5:03 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: SJ, vy from Gothenburg to Kiruna trainsSJ, vy trains will get you between Gothenburg and Kiruna from €66. 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 Kiruna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Kiruna 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 Kiruna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Kiruna
- 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, accessible via Stationsgatan
- Restaurant Arctic Eden
- Spis Mat & Dryck
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- SEK 5
- Scandic Ferrum
- Hotel Bishops Arms Kiruna
- Camp Ripan
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: waiting area and lockers
- Bus: Line 501
- Several local bus lines available
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