The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Gothenburg will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 11 trains that leave Karlstad for Gothenburg on Thu, Nov 27, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
379 SJ
363 SJ
800 Värmlandstrafik+
13233 Västtrafik
626 SJ 3000 · 163 SJ
638 SJ 3000 · 175 SJ
379 SJ
363 SJ
355 SJ
359 SJ
375 SJTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlstad to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 206 km
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Karlstad to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Gothenburg trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
351 SJ | 5:12 AM Karlstad tågstation | 2h33 | 7:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
355 SJ | 7:12 AM Karlstad tågstation | 2h28 | 9:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
626 SJ 3000 · 163 SJ | 7:34 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h56 | 11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
359 SJ | 9:11 AM Karlstad tågstation | 2h29 | 11:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
660 SJ · 167 SJ | 9:27 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h03 | 1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
363 SJ | 11:12 AM Karlstad tågstation | 2h28 | 1:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
367 SJ | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h37 | 3:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
638 SJ 3000 · 175 SJ | 1:24 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h06 | 5:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
371 SJ | 3:11 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h34 | 5:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
672 SJ · 179 SJ | 3:16 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h14 | 7:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
375 SJ | 5:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h32 | 7:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
800 Värmlandstrafik+ 13233 Västtrafik | 5:35 PM Karlstad busstation | 3h30 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
379 SJ | 9:32 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h18 | 11:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad to Gothenburg
Trains from Karlstad to Gothenburg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 206 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:15 |
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, Tågab, Värmlandstrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Karlstad to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Västtrafik, Tågab, Värmlandstrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Karlstad and Gothenburg 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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Västtrafik
Tågab
Värmlandstrafik
Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Trains from Karlstad to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Karlstad tågstation, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Gothenburg Centralstation, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlstad to Gothenburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Drottninggatan.
- Restaurant Frost
- Br. Olssons Elektriska
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Drott
- Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad
- Scandic Karlstad City
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 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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