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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Vadstena
Showing times and prices for May 05
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
191 km
Cheap tickets
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 €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Gothenburg to Vadstena without transferring at least 2 times.
186 SJ+
38177 Tåg i Bergslagen+
661 Östgötatrafiken4:36 PM5h30Gothenburg Centralstation10:06 PMVadstena€401One-way2 transfers- 186 SJ+38177 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken4:36 PM5h31Gothenburg Centralstation10:07 PMVadstena€401One-way2 transfers
- 164 SJ+38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken5:36 AM4h37Gothenburg Centralstation10:13 AMVadstena€401One-way2 transfers
- 164 SJ+38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken5:36 AM4h31Gothenburg Centralstation10:07 AMVadstena€401One-way2 transfers
- 172 SJ+38169 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken9:36 AM4h31Gothenburg Centralstation2:07 PMVadstena€401One-way2 transfers
- 164 SJ+38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken5:36 AM4h30Gothenburg Centralstation10:06 AMVadstena€401One-way2 transfers
- 172 SJ+38169 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken9:36 AM4h30Gothenburg Centralstation2:06 PMVadstena€401One-way2 transfers
- 184 SJ+38175 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken3:36 PM4h30Gothenburg Centralstation8:06 PMVadstena€481One-way2 transfers
- 164 SJ+38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken5:36 AM4h31Gothenburg Centralstation10:07 AMVadstena€401One-way2 transfers
- 172 SJ+38169 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken9:36 AM4h31Gothenburg Centralstation2:07 PMVadstena€401One-way2 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 prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 191 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€44 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gothenburg to Vadstena train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Vadstena trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
446 X 2000+ 2159 Mälartåg+8771 Östgötatrafiken · 661 Östgötatrafiken | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h19 | 11:36 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 446 X 2000+2159 Mälartåg+8771 Östgötatrafiken · 661 Östgötatrafiken | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h26 | 11:43 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 446 X 2000+2159 Mälartåg+8771 Östgötatrafiken · 661 Östgötatrafiken | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h20 | 11:37 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
| 164 SJ+38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 5:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h37 | 10:13 AM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 164 SJ+38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 5:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h31 | 10:07 AM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 164 SJ+38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 5:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h30 | 10:06 AM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 424 X 2000+2115 Mälartåg+8727 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h10 | 12:27 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 424 X 2000+2115 Mälartåg+8727 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h02 | 12:19 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 424 X 2000+2115 Mälartåg+8727 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 7:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h03 | 12:20 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 426 X 2000+2119 Mälartåg+8731 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h03 | 1:20 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 426 X 2000+2119 Mälartåg+8731 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h02 | 1:19 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 426 X 2000+2119 Mälartåg+8731 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h10 | 1:27 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 172 SJ+38169 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 9:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h31 | 2:07 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 172 SJ+38169 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 9:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h30 | 2:06 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 172 SJ+38169 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 9:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h37 | 2:13 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 430 X 2000+2127 Mälartåg+8739 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h10 | 3:27 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 430 X 2000+2127 Mälartåg+8739 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h02 | 3:19 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 430 X 2000+2127 Mälartåg+8739 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 10:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h03 | 3:20 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 432 X 2000+2131 Mälartåg+8743 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h02 | 4:19 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 432 X 2000+2131 Mälartåg+8743 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h03 | 4:20 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 432 X 2000+2131 Mälartåg+8743 Östgötatrafiken · 612 Östgötatrafiken | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h10 | 4:27 PM Vadstena | 3 transfers | |
| 180 SJ+38173 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h32 | 6:08 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 180 SJ+38173 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h38 | 6:14 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 180 SJ+38173 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h31 | 6:07 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 184 SJ+38175 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h30 | 8:06 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 184 SJ+38175 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h37 | 8:13 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 184 SJ+38175 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h31 | 8:07 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 186 SJ+38177 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 4:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h30 | 10:06 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 186 SJ+38177 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 4:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h31 | 10:07 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
| 186 SJ+38177 Tåg i Bergslagen+661 Östgötatrafiken | 4:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h37 | 10:13 PM Vadstena | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Vadstena
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Trains from Gothenburg to Vadstena run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €4 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.
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 €4
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 4:34 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 €4
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik from Gothenburg to Vadstena trainsSJ, Västtrafik trains will get you between Gothenburg and Vadstena from €4. 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
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
€31
SJ frequency
16 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
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
5h 43m
Cheapest Price
€44
Västtrafik frequency
8 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
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.
Cheap train tickets from Gothenburg to Vadstena can start from as little as €31 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gothenburg to Vadstena is €44; 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 Vadstena is 4h 30m to travel the 191 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 Vadstena leaves at 4:34 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Gothenburg to Vadstena leaves at 11:35 PM.
There are 21 trains a day from Gothenburg to Vadstena which require at least one change with SJ, Västtrafik. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Gothenburg to Vadstena, you can count on SJ, Västtrafik for the best way to get you to Vadstena. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gothenburg and Vadstena and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Vadstena from Gothenburg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Gothenburg to Vadstena is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Vadstena including taking a bus and train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Vadstena
Gothenburg
Vadstena
The major train station for departures in Gothenburg is Göteborg Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göteborg Centralstation for your trip from Gothenburg to Vadstena.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Wifi
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
Lockers
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Dining
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
Accessibility
- 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
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Information Desk
- Opposite the taxi station.
Public transit options for Göteborg Centralstation
- 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
Göteborg Domkyrkan
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Göteborg Grönsakstorget
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The major train station for arrivals in Vadstena is Vadstena, Hovtullen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Vadstena, Hovtullen for your journey to Vadstena from Gothenburg.
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