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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Vadstena
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€45
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 13 m
Trains on Sep 18
5
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Vadstena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Vadstena will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 trains from Gothenburg to Vadstena, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 6 h 32 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.
3:36 AM4h30Gothenburg8:06 AMVadstena€391One-way0 transfers- 4:14 AM4h52Gothenburg9:06 AMVadstena€431One-way0 transfers
- 6:17 PM6h32Gothenburg12:49 AMVadstena€451One-way0 transfers
1:37 PM5h42Gothenburg7:19 PMVadstena€491One-way0 transfers- 4:36 AM4h30Gothenburg9:06 AMVadstena€501One-way0 transfers
- 4:36 AM4h30Gothenburg9:06 AMVadstena€501One-way0 transfers
- 3:36 AM4h30Gothenburg8:06 AMVadstena€391One-way0 transfers
- 4:14 AM4h52Gothenburg9:06 AMVadstena€431One-way0 transfers
- 1:37 PM5h42Gothenburg7:19 PMVadstena€491One-way0 transfers
- 6:17 PM6h32Gothenburg12:49 AMVadstena€451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Gothenburg to Vadstena
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Vadstena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 191 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Vadstena:
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Vadstena costing on average €47.
Other travel options to Vadstena take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 34m.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Vadstena train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Vadstena trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:36 AM Gothenburg | 4h30 | 8:06 AM Vadstena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:14 AM Gothenburg | 4h52 | 9:06 AM Vadstena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:36 AM Gothenburg | 4h30 | 9:06 AM Vadstena | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Vadstena
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Trains from Gothenburg to Vadstena run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 4:34 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik from Gothenburg to Vadstena trainsSJ, Västtrafik trains will get you between Gothenburg and Vadstena from €15. 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 Vadstena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Vadstena 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 Vadstena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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