Skövde to Gothenburg train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skövde to Gothenburg

Showing times and prices for Jun 27

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€25

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Trains per day

72

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 €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 72 trains that leave Skövde for Gothenburg on Sat, Jun 27, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 27 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.

  • Västtrafik13439 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik
    10:11 AM1h52
    Skövde Centralstation
    12:03 PMGöteborg, Åkareplatsen
    121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3429 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik
    6:20 AM2h20
    Käpplunda vårdcentrum
    8:40 AMGöteborg, Åkareplatsen
    121One-way
    2 transfers
  • Västtrafik13445 Västtrafik
    6:41 PM2h29
    Skövde Centralstation
    9:10 PMGothenburg Centralstation
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Västtrafik13449 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik
    12:02 PM1h48
    Skövde Centralstation
    1:50 PMGöteborg, Åkareplatsen
    121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 13479 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik
    6:50 PM2h29
    Käpplunda vårdcentrum
    9:19 PMGöteborg, Åkareplatsen
    121One-way
    2 transfers

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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€11

Average price

Cheapest

€46

Average price

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

Skövde to Gothenburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Skövde to Gothenburg trains for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Västtrafik13439 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik10:11 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
12:05 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik13439 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik10:11 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h52
12:03 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
VR2025 VR Snabbtåg · 62025 VR Snabbtåg11:05 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
12:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 13449 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik11:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
2:04 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 13449 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik11:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
2:05 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik13449 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik12:14 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
2:04 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik13449 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik12:14 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h51
2:05 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik13443 Västtrafik12:41 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h24
3:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
VR2031 VR Snabbtåg · 62031 VR Snabbtåg2:07 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h43
3:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ171 SJ · 60171 SJ2:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
4:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 13455 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik2:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h26
5:00 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
SJ171 SJ · 60171 SJ2:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
4:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik13455 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik3:09 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h51
5:00 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik13455 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik3:09 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h56
5:05 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
VR2035 VR Snabbtåg · 62035 VR Snabbtåg4:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
5:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ175 SJ · 60175 SJ4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
6:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ175 SJ · 60175 SJ4:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
6:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2039 VR Snabbtåg · 62039 VR Snabbtåg6:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h45
7:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
VR2039 VR Snabbtåg+SJ60177 SJ6:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h42
7:47 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
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
VR2041 VR Snabbtåg · 62041 VR Snabbtåg7:08 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h42
8:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ181 SJ · 60181 SJ7:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
9:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ181 SJ · 60181 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik7:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h48
10:07 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen4 transfers
SJ181 SJ · 60181 SJ7:50 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
9:44 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer
Västtrafik13481 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik8:07 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h51
9:58 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ10183 SJ · 70183 SJ8:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
10:37 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ10183 SJ · 70183 SJ8:45 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h52
10:37 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
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik9:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h24
11:44 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik9:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h45
12:05 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
Västtrafik3489 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik9:52 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h52
11:44 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
VR2047 VR Snabbtåg · 62047 VR Snabbtåg10:08 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h42
11:50 PM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 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
Saturday, June 27
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik2:00 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
5h43
7:43 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik2:00 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
6h04
8:04 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
Västtrafik3425 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik5:47 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h56
7:43 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3429 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik6:20 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h20
8:40 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
Västtrafik3429 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik6:47 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h53
8:40 AM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ419 SJ 3000+Västtrafik100 Västtrafik · X4 Västtrafik6:50 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
3h15
10:05 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen4 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ157 SJ · 70157 SJ7:20 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h24
9:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen2 transfers
SJ419 SJ 30007:29 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h26
9:55 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
SJ157 SJ · 70157 SJ7:50 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
9:44 AM Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen1 transfer

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Why should you book Skövde to Gothenburg trains with Omio?

SJ as well as Västtrafik or VR offer trains services from Skövde to Gothenburg.
Omio is the only official third party seller for SJ tickets.

Why book with Omio vs SJ?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of Västtrafik or VR to find the best option for your trip from Skövde to Gothenburg.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SJ with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Skövde to Gothenburg.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Skövde to Gothenburg?

The best time to book your train from Skövde to Gothenburg is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Skövde to Gothenburg route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Skövde to Gothenburg per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Skövde to Gothenburg.

Journey information

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

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

Skövde
Gothenburg
The major train station for departures in Skövde is Skövde Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Skövde Centralstation for your trip from Skövde to Gothenburg.
Skövde CentralstationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available near the station
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurang Sällskapet
  • Restaurang Glädje
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms
Hotel
Hotel
  • Scandic Billingen
  • Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
  • Quality Hotel Prisma
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transit options for Skövde Centralstation
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Regional and long-distance trains
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Skövde, Sjukhuset
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