The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €24
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €101
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 3 h 24 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 3 h 26 m
- Trains on Nov 13
- 33
- Distance
- 397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station will cost around €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 33 trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station, including 26 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
450 SJ8:11 PM 3h33 Gothenburg Centralstation 11:44 PM Stockholm Central Station €24 1 One-way 0 transfers
495 SJ · 2 SJ8:39 PM 9h21 Gothenburg Centralstation 6:00 AM Stockholm Central Station €28 1 One-way 1 transfer
495 SJ Snabbtåg+
2 SJ Nattåg8:39 PM 9h21 Gothenburg Centralstation 6:00 AM Stockholm Central Station €44 1 One-way 1 transfer
3420 Västtrafik+
4122 Mälartåg4:30 AM 4h50 Gothenburg Centralstation 9:20 AM Stockholm Central Station €46 1 One-way 1 transfer
2052 VR8:24 PM 3h33 Gothenburg Centralstation 11:57 PM Stockholm Central Station €56 1 One-way 0 transfers
420 SJ Snabbtåg5:11 AM 3h24 Gothenburg Centralstation 8:35 AM Stockholm Central Station €72 1 One-way 0 transfers
430 SJ Snabbtåg10:11 AM 3h25 Gothenburg Centralstation 1:36 PM Stockholm Central Station €150 1 One-way 0 transfers
2012 VR5:25 AM 3h27 Gothenburg Centralstation 8:52 AM Stockholm Central Station €71 1 One-way 0 transfers
424 SJ Snabbtåg7:11 AM 3h27 Gothenburg Centralstation 10:38 AM Stockholm Central Station €86 1 One-way 0 transfers
434 SJ Snabbtåg12:11 PM 3h28 Gothenburg Centralstation 3:39 PM Stockholm Central Station €103 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station
Trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:19, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 2:19 AM |
Last train 7:11 PM |
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station trains for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3420 Västtrafik+ 4122 Mälartåg | 4:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h50 | 9:20 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
420 SJ Snabbtåg | 5:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h24 | 8:35 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2012 VR | 5:25 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 8:52 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 SJ Regional | 5:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 10:44 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 SJ Regional+ 4124 Mälartåg | 5:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h50 | 10:19 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2004 VR | 6:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 10:02 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
424 SJ Snabbtåg | 7:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 10:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2006 VR | 7:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 10:56 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
426 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 11:39 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 SJ Regional | 8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 1:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 SJ Regional+ 7052 Tågab | 8:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h28 | 12:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
428 SJ Snabbtåg | 9:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 12:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 SJ Regional | 9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 2:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 SJ Regional+ 4132 Mälartåg | 9:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h39 | 2:08 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
430 SJ Snabbtåg | 10:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h25 | 1:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2032 VR | 10:24 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h35 | 1:59 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 SJ Regional | 10:29 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 3:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
432 SJ Snabbtåg | 11:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 2:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
434 SJ Snabbtåg | 12:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 3:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2036 VR | 12:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 4:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 SJ Regional | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 5:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 SJ Regional+ 138 Mälartåg | 12:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h33 | 5:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
436 SJ Snabbtåg | 1:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 4:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
180 SJ Regional | 1:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 6:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
438 SJ Snabbtåg | 2:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 5:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
182 SJ Regional | 2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 7:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
182 SJ Regional+ 672 SJ InterCity | 2:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h41 | 7:10 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
440 SJ Snabbtåg | 3:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 6:41 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2042 VR | 3:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 6:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 SJ Regional | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 8:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 SJ Regional+ 144 Mälartåg | 3:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h39 | 8:08 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
442 SJ Snabbtåg | 4:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 7:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
186 SJ Regional | 4:29 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 9:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
444 SJ Snabbtåg | 5:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 8:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2046 VR | 5:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h38 | 9:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
446 SJ Snabbtåg | 6:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 9:43 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
448 SJ Snabbtåg | 7:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 10:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2050 VR | 7:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 10:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2 SJ Nattåg+ 1151 Öresundståg | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h05 | 6:00 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
450 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:11 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 11:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2052 VR | 8:24 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h33 | 11:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
495 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2 SJ Nattåg | 8:39 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h21 | 6:00 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station 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 Stockholm Central Station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station
Most Gothenburg to Stockholm Central Station trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Stockholm Central Station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Göteborg Centralstation from Gothenburg city centre
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.
Getting to Göteborg Gamlestaden Station from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station is 3 km from Gothenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station train station facilities and services
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
Getting to Stockholm Centralstation from Stockholm city centre
Stockholm Centralstation train station facilities and services
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
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