Skövde to Gothenburg train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skövde to Gothenburg

Showing times and prices for Mar 28

Cheapest price

€13

Average price

€22

Fastest journey

1 h 18 m

Average duration

1 h 20 m

Trains per day

103

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 €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.

Fast trains

Of the 103 trains that leave Skövde for Gothenburg on Sat, Mar 28, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Mar 28 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .

On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.

Västtrafik3485 Västtrafik
09:49PM1h34
Skövde Centralstation
11:23PMGothenburg Centralstation
€131One-way
0 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik
07:21PM2h26
Käpplunda vårdcentrum
09:47PMGöteborg, Lilla Bommen
€131One-way
2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik
10:21PM2h17
Käpplunda vårdcentrum
12:38AMGöteborg, Åkareplatsen
€131One-way
2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3485 Västtrafik
09:21PM2h02
Käpplunda vårdcentrum
11:23PMGothenburg Centralstation
€131One-way
1 transfer
Västtrafik3493 Västtrafik · 32 Västtrafik
10:48PM1h50
Skövde Centralstation
12:38AMGöteborg, Åkareplatsen
€131One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus 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 22m. 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 €10.

Distance: 134 km

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€10

Average price

Cheapest

€36

Average price

1h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 41m

Average total duration

2h 11m

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30m

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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, March 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:31 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2021 VR Snabbtåg7:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h54
9:28 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2021 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik25 Västtrafik7:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
9:51 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
sj159 SJ7:48 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
9:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj423 X 20007:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
9:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup2021 VR Snabbtåg8:03 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
9:28 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik8:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
10:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj423 X 20008:21 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h21
9:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik3441 Västtrafik8:48 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
10:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj425 X 2000+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik8:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
11:06 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj425 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik8:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h12
11:01 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj425 X 20008:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
10:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3445 Västtrafik9:03 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
10:28 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj163 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik9:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h22
11:41 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj163 SJ9:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
11:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj425 X 20009:21 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h21
10:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj163 SJ9:48 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
11:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj427 X 20009:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
11:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj165 SJ10:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
12:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj427 X 200010:21 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h21
11:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj165 SJ10:48 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
12:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj429 X 200010:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
12:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj429 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik10:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
1:06 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj429 X 2000+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik10:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
1:06 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vrgroup2027 VR Snabbtåg11:00 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h28
12:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj429 X 200011:17 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
12:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj167 SJ11:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
1:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj167 SJ11:48 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
1:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj431 X 200011:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
1:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj169 SJ12:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
2:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj169 SJ+vasttrafik25 Västtrafik12:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h29
2:48 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
sj431 X 200012:21 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h21
1:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj169 SJ12:48 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
2:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj433 X 200012:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
2:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj433 X 2000+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik12:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
3:05 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vrgroup2031 VR Snabbtåg1:03 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
2:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj433 X 20001:21 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h21
2:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj435 X 2000+vasttrafik25 Västtrafik1:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
4:04 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj435 X 20001:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
3:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj435 X 20002:17 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
3:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik · 7371 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik2:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h40
4:59 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik2:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
4:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik2:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h26
4:45 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2035 VR Snabbtåg2:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h54
4:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2035 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik2:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h10
4:44 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2035 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik2:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
4:49 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj437 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik · 25 Västtrafik2:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h14
5:03 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj437 X 20002:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
4:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj437 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik2:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h09
4:58 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik3465 Västtrafik2:49 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h34
4:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vrgroup2035 VR Snabbtåg3:04 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h24
4:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj437 X 20003:17 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
4:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj175 SJ+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik3:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h26
5:45 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj175 SJ3:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj175 SJ3:48 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
5:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj439 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik3:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h10
5:59 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj439 X 20003:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
5:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj177 SJ+vasttrafik25 Västtrafik4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h27
6:46 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj177 SJ4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj439 X 20004:21 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h21
5:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2009 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik4:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
6:51 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2009 VR Snabbtåg4:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h54
6:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj177 SJ4:48 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
6:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj441 X 20004:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
6:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup2009 VR Snabbtåg5:00 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h28
6:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj441 X 20005:17 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
6:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj179 SJ5:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
7:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj179 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik5:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h22
7:41 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
sj179 SJ5:48 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h35
7:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj443 X 20005:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
7:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj443 X 2000+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik5:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
8:04 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vrgroup2011 VR Snabbtåg6:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h23
7:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj443 X 20006:13 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h29
7:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
8:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h27
8:46 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik3481 Västtrafik6:49 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h34
8:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj445 X 20006:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h52
8:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup2003 VR Snabbtåg7:00 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h28
8:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj445 X 20007:17 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
8:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj183 SJ7:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h03
9:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj183 SJ7:45 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h38
9:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj447 X 20007:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h52
9:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2047 VR Snabbtåg+vasttrafik25 Västtrafik8:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h30
10:50 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+vrgroup2047 VR Snabbtåg8:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h08
10:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj447 X 20008:22 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h20
9:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj449 X 20008:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h52
10:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3489 Västtrafik8:53 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h44
10:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vrgroup2047 VR Snabbtåg8:58 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h30
10:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik9:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h32
11:52 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik · 25 Västtrafik9:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h49
12:09 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
sj449 X 20009:21 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h21
10:42 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik3493 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik10:00 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h52
11:52 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
vasttrafik3493 Västtrafik · 22 Västtrafik10:00 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h55
11:55 PM Göteborg, Åkareplatsen1 transfer
Saturday, March 28
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik1:01 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
5h22
6:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3425 Västtrafik4:47 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h36
6:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3429 Västtrafik5:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h02
7:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3429 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik5:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h28
7:49 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik3429 Västtrafik5:47 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h36
7:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik3429 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik · 25 Västtrafik5:47 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h07
7:54 AM Gothenburg2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj157 SJ6:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h05
8:26 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj157 SJ+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik6:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h29
8:50 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj421 SJ 30006:51 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
8:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj157 SJ7:01 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
8:26 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj421 SJ 30007:15 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h27
8:42 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj159 SJ7:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h02
9:23 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj159 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik7:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h18
9:39 AM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj159 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik7:21 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h23
9:44 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Skövde to Gothenburg

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Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg run on average 73 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. 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 23:55. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 1h 23m.

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 22m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
73
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
1h 23m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:55
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, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Skövde to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ) 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 27m
Cheapest Price
€7
SJ frequency
45 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 49m
Cheapest Price
€10
Västtrafik frequency
24 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
6 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

Swedish Railways (SJ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
€32
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
15 a day

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 €10; 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 23m 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 11:55 PM.
Yes,there are 32 direct trains a day from Skövde to Gothenburg with SJ, Västtrafik, VR, Swedish Railways (SJ). 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, Swedish Railways (SJ) 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 23m 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 train and bus.

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
address
Address
541 30 Skövde, Sweden
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
Skövde, Arena
information
Skövde, Sjukhuset
information

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