Skövde to Gothenburg train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skövde to Gothenburg

Showing times and prices for Aug 12

Cheapest price

€10

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

1 h 42 m

Average duration

1 h 44 m

Trains per day

76

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Skövde to Gothenburg will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast trains

Of the 76 trains that leave Skövde for Gothenburg on Wed, Aug 12, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 12 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .

On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.

  • VR2035 VR Snabbtåg · 62035 VR Snabbtåg
    4:05 PM1h45
    Skövde Centralstation
    5:50 PMGöteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    €101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Västtrafik3489 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik
    9:52 PM1h52
    Skövde Centralstation
    11:44 PMGöteborg, Åkareplatsen
    €131One-way
    1 transfer
  • Västtrafik3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik
    5:47 AM2h15
    Skövde Centralstation
    8:02 AMGothenburg
    €131One-way
    2 transfers
  • Västtrafik13445 Västtrafik
    6:41 PM2h29
    Skövde Centralstation
    9:10 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    €131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Västtrafik13449 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik
    12:14 PM1h50
    Skövde Centralstation
    2:04 PMGöteborg, Åkareplatsen
    €131One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Skövde to Gothenburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Skövde to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €9.

Distance: 134 km

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Bus

€11

Average price

Cheapest

€46

Average price

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Skövde to Gothenburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Skövde to Gothenburg trains for today, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Västtrafik7201 Västtrafik · 3421 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik4:41 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h57
6:38 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik7201 Västtrafik · 3421 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik4:41 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h15
6:56 AM Gothenburg3 transfers
Västtrafik7201 Västtrafik · 3421 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik4:41 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h16
6:57 AM Gothenburg3 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik5:20 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h23
7:43 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik5:47 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h15
8:02 AM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik5:47 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h56
7:43 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik5:47 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h15
8:02 AM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ155 SJ · 60155 SJ6:20 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h24
8:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ155 SJ · 60155 SJ6:50 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
8:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ10157 SJ · 60157 SJ7:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
9:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ419 SJ 30007:29 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h31
10:00 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ10157 SJ · 60157 SJ7:50 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
9:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ159 SJ · 60159 SJ8:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
10:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ421 X 20008:30 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h25
10:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ159 SJ · 60159 SJ8:50 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
10:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2021 VR Snabbtåg · 62021 VR Snabbtåg9:08 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h42
10:50 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
SJ423 X 20009:24 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h31
11:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik13439 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik10:11 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h10
12:21 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik13439 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik10:11 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h10
12:21 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik13439 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik10:11 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h52
12:03 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ163 SJ · 60163 SJ10:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
12:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ425 X 200010:26 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h29
12:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ163 SJ · 60163 SJ10:50 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
12:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2025 VR Snabbtåg · 62025 VR Snabbtåg11:05 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
12:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2025 VR Snabbtåg · 62025 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik11:05 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h06
1:11 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
VR2025 VR Snabbtåg · 62025 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik11:05 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h06
1:11 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ165 SJ · 60165 SJ11:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
1:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ427 SJ 300011:29 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h31
2:00 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 13449 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik11:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
2:04 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
SJ165 SJ · 60165 SJ11:52 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h52
1:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik13449 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik12:14 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
2:04 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ167 SJ · 60167 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik12:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h50
3:09 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken3 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ167 SJ · 60167 SJ12:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h32
2:51 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ429 X 2000+Västtrafik100 Västtrafik12:29 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h21
2:50 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
SJ429 X 200012:29 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h26
2:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ429 X 2000+Västtrafik100 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik12:29 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h23
2:52 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik13443 Västtrafik12:41 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h29
3:10 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ167 SJ · 60167 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik12:53 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h18
3:11 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
SJ167 SJ · 60167 SJ12:53 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h58
2:51 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
SJ167 SJ · 60167 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik12:53 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h18
3:11 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
SJ431 X 20001:30 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h25
3:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2031 VR Snabbtåg · 62031 VR Snabbtåg2:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
3:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2031 VR Snabbtåg · 62031 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik2:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h07
4:12 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
VR2031 VR Snabbtåg · 62031 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik2:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h07
4:12 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
SJ433 X 20002:26 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h29
4:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 13455 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik2:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h26
5:00 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik13455 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik3:09 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h51
5:00 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ173 SJ · 60173 SJ3:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
5:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ435 X 20003:30 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h25
5:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ173 SJ · 60173 SJ3:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
5:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2035 VR Snabbtåg · 62035 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik4:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h04
6:09 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
VR2035 VR Snabbtåg · 62035 VR Snabbtåg4:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
5:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2035 VR Snabbtåg · 62035 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik4:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h04
6:09 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ175 SJ · 60175 SJ4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
6:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ437 X 2000+Västtrafik13469 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik4:29 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
6:19 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
SJ437 X 20004:29 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h26
6:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ175 SJ · 60175 SJ4:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
6:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ177 SJ · 70177 SJ5:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h28
7:47 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ177 SJ · 70177 SJ+Västtrafik29 Västtrafik5:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h38
7:57 PM Gothenburg3 transfers
SJ439 X 20005:30 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h25
7:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ177 SJ · 70177 SJ5:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h57
7:47 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
SJ177 SJ · 70177 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik5:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h17
8:07 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
SJ177 SJ · 70177 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik5:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h17
8:07 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
VR2039 VR Snabbtåg · 62039 VR Snabbtåg6:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
7:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ179 SJ · 60179 SJ6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
8:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ179 SJ · 60179 SJ+Västtrafik29 Västtrafik6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h39
8:58 PM Gothenburg3 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ179 SJ · 60179 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h43
9:02 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken3 transfers
SJ441 X 20006:30 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h25
8:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik13445 Västtrafik6:41 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h29
9:10 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ179 SJ · 60179 SJ6:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
8:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
SJ179 SJ · 60179 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik6:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h14
9:04 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
SJ179 SJ · 60179 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik6:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h14
9:04 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik13479 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik7:10 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
9:00 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik13479 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik7:10 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h09
9:19 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik13479 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik7:10 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h09
9:19 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ181 SJ · 60181 SJ7:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
9:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ443 X 20007:25 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h30
9:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ181 SJ · 60181 SJ7:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
9:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
SJ181 SJ · 60181 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik7:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h14
10:04 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
SJ181 SJ · 60181 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik7:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h14
10:04 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
VR2043 VR Snabbtåg · 62043 VR Snabbtåg8:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
9:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ183 SJ · 60183 SJ8:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h27
10:47 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ445 X 20008:25 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h30
10:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ183 SJ · 60183 SJ8:52 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h55
10:47 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2045 VR Snabbtåg · 62045 VR Snabbtåg9:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
10:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2045 VR Snabbtåg · 62045 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik9:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h12
11:17 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
VR2045 VR Snabbtåg · 62045 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik9:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h13
11:18 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik9:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h24
11:44 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
SJ447 X 20009:30 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h25
11:55 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
Västtrafik3489 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik9:52 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h52
11:44 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik10:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h23
12:43 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik3493 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik10:53 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
12:43 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Skövde to Gothenburg

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Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg run on average 80 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 1h 22m.

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
Distance
134 km
Average train duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
80
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
1h 22m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
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

Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, VR from Skövde to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR trains will get you between Skövde and Gothenburg from €7. 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
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
€7
SJ frequency
51 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
Learn more about SJ

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
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
€9
Västtrafik frequency
25 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

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
€8
VR frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skövde 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Skövde to Gothenburg can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Skövde to Gothenburg is €11; 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 Skövde to Gothenburg is 1h 22m to travel the 134 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 Skövde to Gothenburg leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Skövde to Gothenburg leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 32 direct trains a day from Skövde to Gothenburg with SJ, Västtrafik, VR. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Skövde to Gothenburg, you can count on SJ, Västtrafik, VR for the best way to get you to Gothenburg. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Skövde and Gothenburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Gothenburg from Skövde is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 22m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Skövde to Gothenburg is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Skövde and Gothenburg including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Skövde to Gothenburg

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

Departure train stations in Skövde
Arrival train stations in Gothenburg

Which Skövde station do trains to Gothenburg leave from?

Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg leave from Skövde Centralstation. The station is from Skövde city centre at 541 30 Skövde, Sweden.
Skövde Centralstation541 30 Skövde, SwedenWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Skövde Centralstation from Skövde city centre

Bus2, 4, 6, 200, 500, 505, 501, 600, 610, 613 · 1m · €1 · every ~30 min

Skövde Centralstation train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurang Sällskapet, Restaurang Glädje

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

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

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Skövde Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Skövde Centralstation: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Skövde Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Scandic Billingen, Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren, Quality Hotel Prisma.

Skövde, ArenaEgnells väg 1, 541 42 Skövde, SwedenWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Skövde, Arena from Skövde city centre

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Skövde, Arena train station facilities and services

Skövde, Arena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria and fast food outlets available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Skövde, Arena.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Skövde, Arena: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Skövde, Arena: Ramps and elevators available for full access.

Skövde, SjukhusetSkövde Sjukhuset, 549 49 Skövde, SwedenWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Skövde, Sjukhuset from Skövde city centre

Skövde, Sjukhuset is 4 km from Skövde city centre. Public transport options include:

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Skövde, Sjukhuset train station facilities and services

Skövde, Sjukhuset has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi available at the station. ATMs are aTMs available inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Skövde, Sjukhuset.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Skövde, Sjukhuset: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Skövde, Sjukhuset: Station equipped with accessible facilities.

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