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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Gothenburg
- Cheapest price on Oct 30
- €35
- Average ticket price on Oct 30
- €52
- Fastest journey on Oct 30
- 3 h 7 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 30
- 3 h 14 m
- Trains on Oct 30
- 12
- 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 €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
It's difficult to get from Karlstad to Gothenburg without transferring at least once.
63975 SJ Ersättningsbuss+
3975 SJ Regional6:06 PM 3h14 Karlstad tågstation 9:20 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €35 1 One-way 1 transfer- 63967 SJ Ersättningsbuss+3967 SJ Regional
2:03 PM 3h07 Karlstad tågstation 5:10 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €38 1 One-way 1 transfer - 3971 SJ Regional+63971 SJ Ersättningsbuss
4:08 PM 3h07 Karlstad tågstation 7:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €40 1 One-way 1 transfer 
652 SJ InterCity+159 SJ Regional6:40 AM 3h50 Karlstad tågstation 10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation €42 1 One-way 1 transfer
3245 Västtrafik+3959 SJ Regional+31 Västtrafik10:11 AM 3h17 Karlstad tågstation 1:28 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €45 1 One-way 2 transfers
- 63967 SJ Ersättningsbuss+3967 SJ Regional
2:03 PM 3h07 Karlstad tågstation 5:10 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €38 1 One-way 1 transfer - 3971 SJ Regional+63971 SJ Ersättningsbuss
4:08 PM 3h07 Karlstad tågstation 7:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €40 1 One-way 1 transfer - 63975 SJ Ersättningsbuss+3975 SJ Regional
6:06 PM 3h14 Karlstad tågstation 9:20 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €35 1 One-way 1 transfer - 3245 Västtrafik+3959 SJ Regional+31 Västtrafik
10:11 AM 3h17 Karlstad tågstation 1:28 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €45 1 One-way 2 transfers - 63955 SJ Ersättningsbuss+3955 SJ Regional
8:12 AM 3h24 Karlstad tågstation 11:36 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen €46 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad to Gothenburg
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Trains from Karlstad to Gothenburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 206 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Karlstad to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Gothenburg trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63979 SJ Ersättningsbuss+3979 SJ Regional | 10:32 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h58 | 1:30 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, October 30 | |||||
| 652 SJ InterCity+159 SJ Regional | 6:40 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h50 | 10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 3955 SJ Regional+63955 SJ Ersättningsbuss | 8:12 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h24 | 11:36 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen | 1 transfer | |
 500 Värmlandstrafik · 8908 Värmlandstrafik+165 SJ Regional+ 593 Länstrafiken Örebro | 8:14 AM Karlstad tågstation | 5h16 | 1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
| 31 Västtrafik · 3245 Västtrafik+3959 SJ Regional | 10:11 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h17 | 1:28 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen | 2 transfers | |
| 3959 SJ Regional+63959 SJ Ersättningsbuss | 10:11 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h25 | 1:36 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen | 1 transfer | |
| 63967 SJ Ersättningsbuss+3967 SJ Regional | 2:03 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h07 | 5:10 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen | 1 transfer | |
175 SJ Regional+ 638 SJ Snabbtåg | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h00 | 6:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
 7054 Tågab+439 SJ Snabbtåg | 3:18 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h29 | 6:47 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 63971 SJ Ersättningsbuss+3971 SJ Regional | 4:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h07 | 7:15 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen | 1 transfer | |
| 3577 Västtrafik+179 SJ Regional+672 SJ InterCity | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h34 | 8:44 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 3975 SJ Regional+63975 SJ Ersättningsbuss | 6:06 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h14 | 9:20 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsonsterminalen | 1 transfer | |
 9397 BT Buss+648 SJ Snabbtåg+ 2047 VR | 7:36 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h59 | 11:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Karlstad to Gothenburg
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlstad to Gothenburg
Most Karlstad to Gothenburg trains use the Karlstad tågstation to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station. Use this guide to compare Karlstad and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Karlstad station do trains to Gothenburg leave from?
Getting to Karlstad tågstation from Karlstad city centre
Karlstad tågstation train station facilities and services
Karlstad tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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: Restaurant Frost, Br. Olssons Elektriska
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlstad tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Drott, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Scandic Karlstad City.
Which Gothenburg station do trains from Karlstad 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 Gamlestaden Station from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station is 3 km from Gothenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station train station facilities and services
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
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