The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Oslo
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Oslo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Oslo will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gothenburg for Oslo on Tue, Feb 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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 bus and train for Gothenburg to Oslo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Oslo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 33m. 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 €14, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 255 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€38 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg 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 Oslo train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Oslo trains for today, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:10 PM Gothenburg | 3h37 | 10:47 PM Oslo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, February 17 | |||||
![]() | 9:15 AM Gothenburg | 3h30 | 12:45 PM Oslo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Oslo
Trains from Gothenburg to Oslo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 00:55 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: vy, SJ from Gothenburg to Oslo trainsvy, SJ trains will get you between Gothenburg and Oslo from €14. 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 Oslo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Oslo 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 Oslo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Oslo
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Jernbanetorget.
- Egon Byporten
- Bella Bambina Ristorante
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- NOK 10
- Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
- Thon Hotel Opera
- Scandic Byporten
- Cost NOK 50
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Hertz
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for local and regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 9-19 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- Tram: Lines 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19
- Bus: Several lines available
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