The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Vadstena
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
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 €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gothenburg for Vadstena on Mon, Dec 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 9 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.










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 prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 191 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€46 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Vadstena train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Vadstena trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:19 AM Gothenburg | 3h47 | 12:06 PM Vadstena | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:29 AM Gothenburg | 4h38 | 4:07 PM Vadstena | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:59 PM Gothenburg | 4h06 | 6:05 PM Vadstena | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Vadstena
Trains from Gothenburg to Vadstena run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 04:34 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik from Gothenburg to Vadstena trainsSJ, Västtrafik trains will get you between Gothenburg and Vadstena from €11. 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Vadstena
- 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
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