Gothenburg to Skövde train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Skövde

Showing times and prices for Aug 24

Cheapest price

€11

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 16 m

Trains per day

113

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Gothenburg to Skövde will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

Of the 113 trains that leave Gothenburg for Skövde on Mon, Aug 24, 47 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.

  • VR2012 VR Snabbtåg
    5:25 AM1h15
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    6:40 AMSkövde Centralstation
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • VR2032 VR Snabbtåg
    10:24 AM1h19
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    11:43 AMSkövde Centralstation
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • VR2036 VR Snabbtåg
    12:24 PM1h16
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    1:40 PMSkövde Centralstation
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • VR2050 VR Snabbtåg
    7:24 PM1h19
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    8:43 PMSkövde Centralstation
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Västtrafik13482 Västtrafik
    8:16 PM1h43
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    9:59 PMSkövde Centralstation
    €121One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Gothenburg to Skövde

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. 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 train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €10.

Distance: 134 km

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€11

Average price

Cheapest

€60

Average price

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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30m

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2h 32m

Average total duration

2h 2m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

Gothenburg to Skövde train times

The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Skövde trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Västtrafik3466 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h06
6:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik3466 Västtrafik4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h31
6:01 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ444 X 20005:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
6:27 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2046 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h42
7:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
VR2046 VR Snabbtåg5:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h19
6:43 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ188 SJ5:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h27
6:56 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ188 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h07
7:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ446 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:43 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h23
8:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ190 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik6:06 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h30
8:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 transfers
SJ446 X 20006:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
7:27 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ446 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h55
8:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ190 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:12 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h24
8:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ190 SJ6:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h28
7:57 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ190 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h07
8:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2050 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:01 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h05
9:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ448 X 20007:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h21
8:32 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ192 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:11 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h25
9:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
VR2050 VR Snabbtåg7:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
8:40 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2050 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h42
9:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ192 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h07
9:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ192 SJ7:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h27
8:56 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2052 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:00 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h06
10:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ450 SJ 30008:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h19
9:30 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2052 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h42
10:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
VR2052 VR Snabbtåg8:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h19
9:43 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3482 Västtrafik8:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
10:02 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3482 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik8:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h06
10:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ452 X 20009:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h11
10:22 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ452 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h55
11:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik3486 Västtrafik9:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h30
11:00 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3486 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik9:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h06
11:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 3490 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik10:09 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
7h27
5:36 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
Västtrafik3490 Västtrafik10:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h29
11:59 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3490 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik10:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
7h06
5:36 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Monday, August 24
Västtrafik3420 Västtrafik4:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h29
5:59 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3420 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik4:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h52
6:22 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ400 X 20005:04 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h31
6:35 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ420 X 20005:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
6:27 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ420 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h41
6:52 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
VR2012 VR Snabbtåg5:25 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h15
6:40 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2012 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:25 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h42
7:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ164 SJ5:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h31
7:00 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ164 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h53
7:22 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2004 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:00 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h07
8:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ422 X 20006:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h21
7:32 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2004 VR Snabbtåg6:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h20
7:44 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2004 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h43
8:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik6:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
8:02 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik6:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h07
8:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2006 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:01 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h06
9:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+SJ168 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:06 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h31
9:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 transfers
SJ424 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h41
8:52 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ424 X 20007:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h19
8:30 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ168 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:12 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h25
9:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
VR2006 VR Snabbtåg7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h17
8:41 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2006 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h43
9:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ168 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h08
9:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ168 SJ7:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h27
8:56 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+SJ426 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:47 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h20
10:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 transfers
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ426 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:54 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h13
10:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ426 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h56
10:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ426 X 20008:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h21
9:32 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ170 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:12 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h25
10:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ170 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h08
10:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ170 SJ8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h29
9:58 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+SJ428 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:47 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h20
11:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 transfers
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ428 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:54 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h13
11:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ172 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:06 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h31
11:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ428 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h56
11:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ428 X 20009:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
10:27 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ172 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h08
11:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ172 SJ9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h27
10:56 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2032 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:59 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h08
12:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ430 X 200010:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
11:27 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2032 VR Snabbtåg10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h19
11:43 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2032 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h43
12:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ174 SJ10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h27
11:56 AM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ174 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h08
12:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ432 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:44 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h23
1:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik11:07 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h30
1:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 transfers
SJ432 X 200011:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
12:27 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ432 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h56
1:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik · 3446 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik11:14 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h23
1:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
Västtrafik3446 Västtrafik11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h28
12:58 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3446 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h07
1:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2036 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:00 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h07
2:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ434 X 200012:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h21
1:32 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2036 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h43
2:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
VR2036 VR Snabbtåg12:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
1:40 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ178 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h53
2:22 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ178 SJ12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h27
1:56 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ436 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:45 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h07
2:52 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ436 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h41
2:52 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ436 X 20001:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
2:27 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ180 SJ1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h26
2:55 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ180 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h53
3:22 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+SJ438 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik1:45 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h07
3:52 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 transfers
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ438 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik1:54 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
1h58
3:52 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ438 X 20002:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h17
3:28 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ438 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h41
3:52 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ182 SJ2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
4:01 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ182 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h08
4:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2042 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik2:58 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h09
5:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ440 X 20003:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h19
4:30 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ440 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h41
4:52 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
VR2042 VR Snabbtåg3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h19
4:43 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2042 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h43
5:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ184 SJ3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h29
4:58 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ184 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h53
5:22 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ442 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:48 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h18
6:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ186 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik4:03 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h33
6:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 transfers
SJ442 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h55
6:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 transfer
SJ442 X 20004:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h21
5:32 PM Skövde Centralstation0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Skövde

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Trains from Gothenburg to Skövde run on average 89 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.

There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 1h 12m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Distance
134 km
Average train duration
1h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
89
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7

Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, VR Snabbtåg from Gothenburg to Skövde trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, VR Snabbtåg trains will get you between Gothenburg and Skövde from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
€7
SJ frequency
58 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
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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 Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
€10
Västtrafik frequency
28 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

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 Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
€7
VR frequency
10 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

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
€16
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

VR Snabbtåg

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
VR Snabbtåg frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Skövde

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Gothenburg to Skövde can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gothenburg to Skövde is €12; 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 Skövde is 1h 12m to travel the 134 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 Skövde leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Gothenburg to Skövde leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes,there are 32 direct trains a day from Gothenburg to Skövde with SJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, VR Snabbtåg. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Gothenburg to Skövde, you can count on SJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, VR Snabbtåg for the best way to get you to Skövde. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gothenburg and Skövde and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Skövde from Gothenburg is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Gothenburg to Skövde is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Skövde including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Skövde

Most Gothenburg to Skövde trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Skövde Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Lerdala Kyrka. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Skövde 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 Skövde

Which Gothenburg station do trains to Skövde leave from?

Trains from Gothenburg to Skövde 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.

More about Göteborg Centralstation
Göteborg DomkyrkanKyrkogatan 28, 411 15 Göteborg, SwedenWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Göteborg Domkyrkan from Gothenburg city centre

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Göteborg Domkyrkan train station facilities and services

Göteborg Domkyrkan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and snack bars are present in the station.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free wifi is available at the station. ATMs are aTMs are located in the main hall.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Domkyrkan.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.

Göteborg GrönsakstorgetGrönsakstorget, 411 17 Göteborg, SwedenWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Göteborg Grönsakstorget from Gothenburg city centre

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Göteborg Grönsakstorget train station facilities and services

Göteborg Grönsakstorget has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Limited dining options at the station

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available for passengers. ATMs are aTM services available at the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Wheelchair accessible.

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