The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€80
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
69
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Stockholm 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 will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 69 trains that leave Gothenburg for Stockholm on Fri, Jan 02, 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
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2008 VR Snabbtåg
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444 X 2000
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2010 VR SnabbtågTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Gothenburg to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight 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 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €82.
Distance: 397 km
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€41 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price | €178 Average price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Stockholm train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Stockholm trains for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
25 Västtrafik+ 428 X 2000+ 5 SL | 7:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h28 | 12:20 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
428 X 2000+ 5 SL | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h03 | 12:20 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
428 X 2000 | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 11:43 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 SJ | 8:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 1:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
25 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+ 430 X 2000+ 5 SL | 8:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 1:19 PM Stockholm | 3 transfers | |
25 Västtrafik+ 430 X 2000+ 5 SL | 8:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 1:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 430 X 2000+ 5 SL | 8:59 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h20 | 1:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
430 X 2000+ 5 SL | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 1:19 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000 | 9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h22 | 12:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2032 VR Snabbtåg | 9:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 12:59 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 SJ | 9:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 2:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
60 Västtrafik+ 432 X 2000+ 5 SL | 10:00 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h19 | 2:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
432 X 2000 | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 1:43 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
432 X 2000+ 5 SL | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 2:19 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
176 SJ | 10:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 3:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik+ 434 X 2000+ 5 SL | 10:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 3:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 434 X 2000+ 5 SL | 11:00 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h19 | 3:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
434 X 2000 | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 2:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
434 X 2000+ 5 SL | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 3:19 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
178 SJ | 11:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 4:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik+ 436 X 2000+ 5 SL | 11:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 4:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 436 X 2000+ 5 SL | 12:00 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h19 | 4:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
436 X 2000 | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 3:43 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
436 X 2000+ 5 SL | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 4:19 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
2038 VR Snabbtåg | 12:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 4:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
180 SJ | 12:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 5:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 12:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 5:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 1:00 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h19 | 5:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 5:19 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
438 X 2000 | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h23 | 4:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
182 SJ | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 6:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 1:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 6:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 1:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 6:19 PM Stockholm | 3 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 2:00 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h19 | 6:19 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 6:19 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
440 X 2000 | 2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 5:46 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2042 VR Snabbtåg | 2:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 6:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 SJ | 2:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 7:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 2:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 7:18 PM Stockholm | 3 transfers | |
18 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 2:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 7:18 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 3:00 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h18 | 7:18 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h01 | 7:18 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
442 X 2000 | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 6:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
186 SJ | 3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 8:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+ 444 X 2000+ 5 SL | 3:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 8:18 PM Stockholm | 3 transfers | |
18 Västtrafik+ 444 X 2000+ 5 SL | 3:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h27 | 8:18 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 444 X 2000+ 5 SL | 4:00 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h18 | 8:18 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
444 X 2000+ 5 SL | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h01 | 8:18 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
444 X 2000 | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h22 | 7:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg | 4:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 8:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
188 SJ | 4:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 9:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 4:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h26 | 9:17 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 4:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h26 | 9:17 PM Stockholm | 3 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 5:00 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h17 | 9:17 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
446 X 2000 | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 8:43 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h00 | 9:17 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
190 SJ | 5:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 10:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik+ 448 X 2000+ 5 SL | 5:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h35 | 10:26 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 448 X 2000+ 5 SL | 5:59 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h27 | 10:26 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
448 X 2000+ 5 SL | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 10:26 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
448 X 2000 | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 9:47 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2050 VR Snabbtåg | 6:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h25 | 9:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
25 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+ 450 SJ 3000 | 6:48 PM Gothenburg | 4h01 | 10:49 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
25 Västtrafik+ 450 SJ 3000 | 6:48 PM Gothenburg | 4h01 | 10:49 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
25 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+ 450 SJ 3000 | 6:49 PM Gothenburg | 4h00 | 10:49 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
25 Västtrafik+ 450 SJ 3000 | 6:49 PM Gothenburg | 4h00 | 10:49 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
18 Västtrafik+ 450 SJ 3000+ 5 SL | 6:50 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h45 | 11:35 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+ 450 SJ 3000+ 5 SL | 6:50 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h45 | 11:35 PM Stockholm | 3 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 450 SJ 3000+ 5 SL | 7:00 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h35 | 11:35 PM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
450 SJ 3000+ 5 SL | 7:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h18 | 11:35 PM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
450 SJ 3000 | 7:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h32 | 10:49 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
452 X 2000 | 8:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h19 | 11:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 2 | |||||
18 Västtrafik+ 420 X 2000+ 5 SL | 3:53 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h23 | 8:16 AM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
400 X 2000 | 4:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h56 | 8:07 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
420 X 2000+ 5 SL | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h59 | 8:16 AM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
420 X 2000 | 4:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h18 | 7:35 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 SJ | 4:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 9:44 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
422 X 2000+ 5 SL | 5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h06 | 9:23 AM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
422 X 2000 | 5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h31 | 8:48 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2004 VR Snabbtåg | 5:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 9:02 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
166 SJ | 5:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 10:44 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
25 Västtrafik+ 424 X 2000+ 5 SL | 5:53 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h30 | 10:23 AM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
424 X 2000+ 5 SL | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h06 | 10:23 AM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
424 X 2000 | 6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 9:43 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 SJ | 6:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 11:44 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18 Västtrafik+ 426 X 2000+ 5 SL | 6:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h21 | 11:13 AM Stockholm | 2 transfers | |
426 X 2000+ 5 SL | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h56 | 11:13 AM Stockholm | 1 transfer | |
426 X 2000 | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h25 | 10:42 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2008 VR Snabbtåg | 7:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 10:58 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 SJ | 7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 12:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Stockholm
Trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SJ, VR, FlixTrain, Tågab, Snälltåget, Västtrafik, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg to Stockholm trainsSJ, VR, FlixTrain, Tågab, Snälltåget, Västtrafik, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg and Stockholm from €17. 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 Stockholm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Stockholm 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Gothenburg Centralstation, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Stockholm Central Station, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Stockholm
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
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