Motala to Jönköping train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Motala to Jönköping

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€15

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€23

Fastest journey on Sep 19

2 h 12 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

2 h 19 m

Trains on Sep 19

54

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Motala to Jönköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Motala to Jönköping will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Motala to Jönköping without transferring at least 2 times.

  • ÖstgötaTrafiken305 Östgötatrafiken · 8724 Östgötatrafiken · 18823 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27613 Jönköpings länstrafik
    9:53 AM3h27
    Motala
    1:20 PMJönköping Centralstation
    €151One-way
    4 transfers
  • ÖstgötaTrafiken8724 Östgötatrafiken · 18823 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27613 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17608 Jönköpings länstrafik
    10:04 AM3h16
    Motala, Centralstation
    1:20 PMJönköping Centralstation
    €151One-way
    3 transfers
  • ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken · 8724 Östgötatrafiken · 18823 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27613 Jönköpings länstrafik
    9:49 AM3h31
    Motala
    1:20 PMJönköping Centralstation
    €151One-way
    4 transfers
  • ÖstgötaTrafiken305 Östgötatrafiken · 8740 Östgötatrafiken · 18839 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27621 Jönköpings länstrafik
    1:53 PM3h59
    Motala
    5:52 PMJönköping Centralstation
    €151One-way
    4 transfers
  • ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken · 8740 Östgötatrafiken · 18839 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27621 Jönköpings länstrafik
    1:49 PM4h03
    Motala
    5:52 PMJönköping Centralstation
    €151One-way
    4 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Motala to Jönköping

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motala to Jönköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a train costs an average of €26.

Distance: 99 km

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Driving

€26

Average price

€24

Average price

Cheapest

€20

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 15m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Motala to Jönköping is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Motala to Jönköping:

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Motala to Jönköping costing on average €26.

The fastest way to travel from Motala to Jönköping is by train with an average journey time of 1h 34m.

Other travel options to Jönköping take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Motala and Jönköping including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Motala to Jönköping train times

The table below shows live departures for Motala to Jönköping trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SJ523 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken8716 Östgötatrafiken+Västtrafik7220 Västtrafik8:04 AM Motala, Centralstation
2h46
10:50 AM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
Västtrafik7220 Västtrafik+ÖstgötaTrafiken8817 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27607 Jönköpings länstrafik+ÖstgötaTrafiken8716 Östgötatrafiken8:04 AM Motala, Centralstation
2h46
10:50 AM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
SJ381 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken · 8718 Östgötatrafiken+JLT17606 Jönköpings länstrafik8:19 AM Motala
2h59
11:18 AM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
SJ381 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken8718 Östgötatrafiken · 303 Östgötatrafiken+JLT17606 Jönköpings länstrafik8:23 AM Motala
2h55
11:18 AM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
SJ381 SJ+JLT17606 Jönköpings länstrafik+ÖstgötaTrafiken8718 Östgötatrafiken8:34 AM Motala, Centralstation
2h44
11:18 AM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken · 8720 Östgötatrafiken · 18819 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27609 Jönköpings länstrafik8:49 AM Motala
3h01
11:50 AM Jönköping Centralstation4 transfers
ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken · 8720 Östgötatrafiken · 18819 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27609 Jönköpings länstrafik8:53 AM Motala
2h57
11:50 AM Jönköping Centralstation4 transfers
ÖstgötaTrafiken8720 Östgötatrafiken · 18819 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27609 Jönköpings länstrafik+Västtrafik7224 Västtrafik9:04 AM Motala, Centralstation
2h46
11:50 AM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
SJ525 SJ+Västtrafik7224 Västtrafik+ÖstgötaTrafiken8722 Östgötatrafiken · 302 Östgötatrafiken9:19 AM Motala
2h31
11:50 AM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
SJ525 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken303 Östgötatrafiken · 8722 Östgötatrafiken+Västtrafik7224 Västtrafik9:23 AM Motala
2h27
11:50 AM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
SJ525 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken8722 Östgötatrafiken+Västtrafik7224 Västtrafik9:34 AM Motala, Centralstation
2h16
11:50 AM Jönköping Centralstation2 transfers
SJ593 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken8724 Östgötatrafiken · 301 Östgötatrafiken+Västtrafik7228 Västtrafik9:49 AM Motala
3h01
12:50 PM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
SJ593 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken8724 Östgötatrafiken+Västtrafik7228 Västtrafik+ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken9:53 AM Motala
2h57
12:50 PM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
Snälltåget307 Snälltåget+JLT27644 Jönköpings länstrafik+ÖstgötaTrafiken8726 Östgötatrafiken · 302 Östgötatrafiken10:19 AM Motala
3h57
2:16 PM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken · 8728 Östgötatrafiken · 18827 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27613 Jönköpings länstrafik10:49 AM Motala
2h31
1:20 PM Jönköping Centralstation4 transfers
SJ529 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken8728 Östgötatrafiken · 301 Östgötatrafiken+Västtrafik7232 Västtrafik10:49 AM Motala
3h00
1:49 PM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
SJ529 SJ+ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken+Västtrafik7232 Västtrafik+ÖstgötaTrafiken8728 Östgötatrafiken10:53 AM Motala
2h56
1:49 PM Jönköping Centralstation3 transfers
ÖstgötaTrafiken301 Östgötatrafiken · 8728 Östgötatrafiken · 18827 Östgötatrafiken+JLT27613 Jönköpings länstrafik10:53 AM Motala
2h27
1:20 PM Jönköping Centralstation4 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Motala to Jönköping

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Trains from Motala to Jönköping run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 14m.

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 €10
Distance
99 km
Average train duration
1h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Trains per day
20
Fastest train
2h 14m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:43 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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 €10

Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, JLT from Motala to Jönköping trainsSJ, Västtrafik, JLT trains will get you between Motala and Jönköping from €10. 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 SJ Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest SJ Price
€31
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
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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 Västtrafik Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Västtrafik Price
€25
Västtrafik frequency
3 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

JLT

About
JLT is a Colombian company specializing in general freight trucking services. Established on November 4, 2004, and headquartered in Bogotá D.C., it employs approximately 134 people as of 2024. In that year, JLT reported a net sales revenue increase of 91.58% and a total assets growth of 40.82%. The company offers a range of logistics solutions, including warehousing, distribution, supply chain management, haulage, and door-to-door services. JLT operates routes connecting Colombia with various destinations in the United States and Mexico.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JLT Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest JLT Price
€17
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage per passenger, not exceeding 30kg in total weight
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated storage areas at the end of each car
Cancellation Policy
Refund available with service fee before departure time
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on select trains, food carts service, and ekiben (station bento boxes) available for purchase
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee on limited express trains. Free seating in unreserved cars
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance available
Pets
Small pets must be in carriers. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled. Pet fare required
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Motala to Jönköping

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motala to Jönköping 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 Jönköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Motala to Jönköping can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Motala to Jönköping is €26; 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 Motala to Jönköping is 2h 14m to travel the 99 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 Motala to Jönköping leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Motala to Jönköping leaves at 11:43 PM.
There are 20 trains a day from Motala to Jönköping which require at least one change with SJ, Västtrafik, JLT. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Motala to Jönköping, you can count on SJ, Västtrafik, JLT for the best way to get you to Jönköping. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Motala and Jönköping and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Jönköping from Motala is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 14m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Motala to Jönköping is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Motala and Jönköping including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Motala to Jönköping

Most Motala to Jönköping trains use the Motala, Centralstation to Jönköping Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Rocksjön station. Use this guide to compare Motala and Jönköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Motala
Arrival train stations in Jönköping

Which Motala station do trains to Jönköping leave from?

Trains from Motala to Jönköping leave from Motala, Centralstation. The station is 1 km from Motala city centre at Verkstadsgatan 1, 591 37 Motala, Sweden.
Motala, CentralstationVerkstadsgatan 1, 591 37 Motala, Sweden+46 771 75 75 75WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Motala, Centralstation from Motala city centre

Bus301, 302, 303, 304, 305, 612, 628 · 5m · €1 · every ~15 min

Motala, Centralstation train station facilities and services

Motala, Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurang Sjöbris, Hamnkrogen Motala

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Motala, Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Motala, Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Motala, Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Motala, Centralstation: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Motala, Centralstation: Ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotell Nostalgi, Best Western Motala Stadshotell, Medevi Brunn.

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