The cheapest and fastest trains from Kalmar to Gothenburg
Cheapest price on Aug 31
€44
Average ticket price on Aug 31
€66
Fastest journey on Aug 31
4 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
4 h 8 m
Trains on Aug 31
58
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kalmar to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kalmar to Gothenburg will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 58 trains from Kalmar to Gothenburg, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct trains cover the 289 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 17 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.
322 SJ4:55 AM4h15Kalmar Centralstation9:10 AMGothenburg Centralstation€441One-way0 transfers
131 Kalmar länstrafik+
322 SJ+
17 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik11:15 PM10h41Kalmar, Tegelviken9:56 AMGöteborg Berghöjdsgatan€441One-way3 transfers
131 Kalmar länstrafik+
322 SJ+
100 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik11:15 PM10h21Kalmar, Tegelviken9:36 AMGöteborg Berghöjdsgatan€451One-way4 transfers
336 SJ11:52 AM4h03Kalmar Centralstation3:55 PMGothenburg Centralstation€501One-way0 transfers
10344 SJ3:52 PM4h03Kalmar Centralstation7:55 PMGothenburg Centralstation€521One-way0 transfers
336 SJ11:52 AM4h03Kalmar Centralstation3:55 PMGothenburg Centralstation€501One-way0 transfers
10344 SJ3:52 PM4h03Kalmar Centralstation7:55 PMGothenburg Centralstation€521One-way0 transfers
332 SJ9:52 AM4h03Kalmar Centralstation1:55 PMGothenburg Centralstation€541One-way0 transfers
322 SJ4:55 AM4h15Kalmar Centralstation9:10 AMGothenburg Centralstation€441One-way0 transfers
401 Kalmar länstrafik+
332 SJ9:38 AM4h17Kalmar1:55 PMGothenburg Centralstation€581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Kalmar to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kalmar to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, while a bus costs an average of €56.
Distance: 289 km
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kalmar to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Kalmar to Gothenburg trains for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
28812 Krösatåg+ 449 SJ+ 2168 Mälartåg | 4:35 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 7h12 | 11:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
403 Kalmar länstrafik+ 1129 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 1137 Öresundståg | 4:39 PM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 8h22 | 1:01 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 6 transfers | |
401 Kalmar länstrafik+ 1129 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 1137 Öresundståg | 4:47 PM Kalmar | 7h18 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
1129 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 1137 Öresundståg · 51130 Öresundståg | 5:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 7h05 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 1145 Öresundstågen+ 545 X 2000+ 51146 Öresundstågen | 6:35 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 11h46 | 6:21 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 6 transfers | |
401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 1145 Öresundstågen+ 545 X 2000+ 51146 Öresundstågen | 6:35 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 11h30 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 1145 Öresundstågen+ 545 X 2000+ 51146 Öresundstågen | 6:35 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 11h52 | 6:27 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 7 transfers | |
1145 Öresundstågen+ 545 X 2000+ 51146 Öresundstågen · 20150 Öresundstågen | 7:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 11h05 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 322 SJ | 11:45 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 9h25 | 9:10 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 322 SJ+ 100 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik | 11:45 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 9h35 | 9:20 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4 transfers | |
401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 322 SJ+ 100 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik | 11:45 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 9h28 | 9:13 AM Gothenburg | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, August 31 | |||||
322 SJ | 4:55 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 4h15 | 9:10 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1041 Öresundståg · 1034 Öresundståg+ 17 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 5:19 AM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 7h38 | 12:57 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 transfers | |
1041 Öresundståg · 1034 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 5:47 AM Kalmar | 6h18 | 12:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1041 Öresundståg+ 524 SJ+ 7212 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik | 5:47 AM Kalmar | 5h43 | 11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
8614 Krösatågen+ 17654 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17604 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 250 Västtrafik | 5:47 AM Kalmar | 7h56 | 1:43 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7 transfers | |
8614 Krösatågen+ 17654 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17604 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 250 Västtrafik | 5:49 AM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 8h28 | 2:17 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 8 transfers | |
1041 Öresundståg · 1034 Öresundståg | 6:00 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 6h05 | 12:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1041 Öresundståg+ 524 SJ+ 7212 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik | 6:00 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 5h30 | 11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
1049 Öresundståg · 1042 Öresundståg+ 17 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 6:29 AM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 7h28 | 1:57 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 transfers | |
1049 Öresundståg+ 484 SJ+ 6 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 6:29 AM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 6h28 | 12:57 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 transfers | |
1049 Öresundståg · 1042 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 6:49 AM Kalmar | 6h16 | 1:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1049 Öresundståg+ 484 SJ+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 6:49 AM Kalmar | 5h31 | 12:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1049 Öresundståg · 1042 Öresundståg | 7:00 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 6h05 | 1:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1049 Öresundståg+ 484 SJ | 7:00 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 5h20 | 12:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1057 Öresundståg+ 528 SJ+ 7220 Västtrafik+ 165 SJ | 7:39 AM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 6h38 | 2:17 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 6 transfers | |
1057 Öresundståg+ 528 SJ+ 7220 Västtrafik+ 165 SJ | 7:49 AM Kalmar | 5h41 | 1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
1057 Öresundståg+ 486 SJ | 8:00 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 5h50 | 1:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
528 SJ+ 7220 Västtrafik+ 165 SJ+ 1057 Öresundståg | 8:00 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 5h30 | 1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
332 SJ+ 17 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik+ 403 Kalmar länstrafik | 9:29 AM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5h08 | 2:37 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 3 transfers | |
332 SJ+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 9:38 AM Kalmar | 4h17 | 1:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
332 SJ | 9:52 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 4h03 | 1:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
336 SJ+ 17 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik+ 403 Kalmar länstrafik | 11:29 AM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5h10 | 4:39 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 3 transfers | |
336 SJ+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 11:36 AM Kalmar | 4h19 | 3:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
336 SJ | 11:52 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 4h03 | 3:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
1097 Öresundståg · 1090 Öresundståg+ 17 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 12:29 PM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 7h26 | 7:55 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 transfers | |
1097 Öresundståg+ 490 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 12:29 PM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 6h27 | 6:56 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 transfers | |
1097 Öresundståg · 1090 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:47 PM Kalmar | 6h18 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1097 Öresundståg+ 490 SJ+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:47 PM Kalmar | 5h33 | 6:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1097 Öresundståg+ 490 SJ | 1:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 5h20 | 6:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1097 Öresundståg · 1090 Öresundståg | 1:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 6h05 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1105 Öresundståg+ 450 SJ+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 1:47 PM Kalmar | 6h03 | 7:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1105 Öresundståg+ 450 SJ | 2:00 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 5h50 | 7:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
10344 SJ+ 6 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik+ 403 Kalmar länstrafik | 3:29 PM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 5h06 | 8:35 PM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 3 transfers | |
10344 SJ+ 405 Kalmar länstrafik | 3:38 PM Kalmar | 4h17 | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
8654 Krösatågen+ 7260 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik | 3:49 PM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 8h42 | 12:31 AM Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 6 transfers | |
10344 SJ | 3:52 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 4h03 | 7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8654 Krösatågen+ 17620 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7260 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik | 3:57 PM Kalmar | 7h47 | 11:44 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
8654 Krösatågen+ 17620 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7260 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik | 4:10 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 7h34 | 11:44 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kalmar to Gothenburg
Trains from Kalmar to Gothenburg run on average 33 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SJ, Oresundstag, Västtrafik, JLT, Krösatågen from Kalmar to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Oresundstag, Västtrafik, JLT, Krösatågen trains will get you between Kalmar and Gothenburg from €14. 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 Kalmar to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kalmar to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kalmar to Gothenburg
Most Kalmar to Gothenburg trains use the Kalmar Centralstation to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Domkyrkan. Use this guide to compare Kalmar and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kalmar station do trains to Gothenburg leave from?
Getting to Kalmar Centralstation from Kalmar city centre
Kalmar Centralstation train station facilities and services
Kalmar Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kallskänken, Restaurang Byttan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kalmar Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset, First Hotel Witt, Calmar Stadshotell.
Which Gothenburg station do trains from Kalmar arrive at?
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 Domkyrkan from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Domkyrkan train station facilities and services
Göteborg Domkyrkan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars are present in the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free wifi is available at the station. ATMs are aTMs are located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Domkyrkan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Getting to Göteborg Grönsakstorget from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Grönsakstorget train station facilities and services
Göteborg Grönsakstorget has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Limited dining options at the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available for passengers. ATMs are aTM services available at the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Wheelchair accessible.
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