Skövde to Gothenburg train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skövde to Gothenburg

Showing times and prices for Nov 12

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

1 h 20 m

Average duration

1 h 22 m

Trains per day

5

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 €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Skövde for Gothenburg on Wed, Nov 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .

On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.

SJ
02:36PM1h21
Skövde
03:57PMGothenburg
71One-way
0 transfers
VR
06:07PM2h18
Skövde
08:25PMGothenburg
81One-way
0 transfers
SJ
04:36PM1h21
Skövde
05:57PMGothenburg
91One-way
0 transfers
SJ
07:03PM1h27
Skövde
08:30PMGothenburg
91One-way
0 transfers
VR
05:07PM1h28
Skövde
06:35PMGothenburg
101One-way
0 transfers

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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 19m. 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

€10

Average price

Cheapest

€43

Average price

1h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 41m

Average total duration

2h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

SJ

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Västtrafik

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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, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:04 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
sj419 SJ 30006:21 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h19
7:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj157 SJ6:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h56
8:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj157 SJ7:03 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h27
8:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3435 Västtrafik · 3535 Västtrafik7:04 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h21
9:25 AM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers
vrgroup12021 VR Snabbtåg7:07 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h28
8:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj421 X 20007:10 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h30
8:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik3435 Västtrafik · 3535 Västtrafik7:28 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h57
9:25 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj159 SJ+vasttrafik25 Västtrafik7:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h26
10:00 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj159 SJ7:34 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h56
9:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj423 X 20007:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
9:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj159 SJ8:03 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h27
9:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj423 X 20008:15 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
9:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik8:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vrgroup12013 VR Snabbtåg8:24 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h11
10:35 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj425 X 20008:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
10:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3441 Västtrafik8:59 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h31
10:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj425 X 20009:15 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
10:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj163 SJ9:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj427 X 20009:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
11:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj163 SJ10:03 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h27
11:30 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj427 X 200010:15 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
11:40 AM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj165 SJ10:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
12:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3451 Västtrafik · 3551 Västtrafik10:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h36
1:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers
sj165 SJ10:59 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h31
12:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj429 X 200011:11 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h29
12:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj167 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik11:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h28
1:47 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj167 SJ11:19 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3451 Västtrafik · 3551 Västtrafik11:28 AM Skövde Centralstation
1h57
1:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj431 X 200011:49 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
1:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj167 SJ12:03 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h27
1:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vrgroup12029 VR Snabbtåg12:08 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h57
2:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj431 X 200012:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
1:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj169 SJ12:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
2:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj169 SJ+vasttrafik25 Västtrafik12:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h33
2:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj433 X 200012:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
2:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj433 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik12:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
3:00 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj433 X 2000+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik12:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
3:05 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
sj169 SJ12:59 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h31
2:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj433 X 2000+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik1:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
3:05 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj433 X 2000+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik1:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h49
3:04 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj433 X 20001:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
2:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik3459 Västtrafik · 3559 Västtrafik · 16 Västtrafik1:27 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h17
3:44 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
vasttrafik3459 Västtrafik · 3559 Västtrafik1:27 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h58
3:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3459 Västtrafik · 3559 Västtrafik · 16 Västtrafik1:27 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h18
3:45 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik · 25 Västtrafik1:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h19
3:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik · 16 Västtrafik · 25 Västtrafik1:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h19
3:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik1:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h56
3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj435 X 2000+vasttrafik3463 Västtrafik · 3563 Västtrafik1:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h36
4:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation3 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj435 X 2000+vasttrafik100 Västtrafik1:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h30
4:19 PM Gothenburg2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj435 X 2000+vasttrafik100 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik1:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h47
4:36 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
vasttrafik3461 Västtrafik · 16 Västtrafik1:59 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h51
3:50 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
vasttrafik3461 Västtrafik · 16 Västtrafik1:59 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
3:49 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
vasttrafik3461 Västtrafik1:59 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h31
3:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vrgroup12033 VR Snabbtåg2:08 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h32
3:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj435 X 2000+vasttrafik3463 Västtrafik · 3563 Västtrafik2:13 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h12
4:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers
sj435 X 2000+vasttrafik100 Västtrafik2:13 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h06
4:19 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj435 X 20002:13 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h27
4:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik2:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h56
4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik · 25 Västtrafik2:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h18
4:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik3465 Västtrafik2:59 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h31
4:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3467 Västtrafik · 3567 Västtrafik3:04 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h21
5:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation2 transfers
sj437 X 20003:10 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h30
4:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik3467 Västtrafik · 3567 Västtrafik3:29 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h56
5:25 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj175 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik3:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h13
5:47 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj175 SJ3:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h56
5:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj439 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik3:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h08
5:57 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj439 X 20003:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
5:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj175 SJ4:03 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h27
5:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vrgroup12037 VR Snabbtåg4:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h30
5:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj439 X 20004:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
5:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj177 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h28
6:47 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj177 SJ4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
6:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj177 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik4:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h33
6:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj441 X 20004:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h01
6:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj441 X 2000+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik4:34 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
6:59 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
sj177 SJ+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik4:48 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h05
6:53 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj177 SJ4:48 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h42
6:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj177 SJ+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik4:48 PM Skövde Centralstation
2h04
6:52 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj441 X 20005:05 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h30
6:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vrgroup12039 VR Snabbtåg5:08 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h32
6:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj179 SJ5:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
7:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj179 SJ+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik5:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h28
7:47 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj179 SJ+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik5:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h34
7:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj443 X 20005:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
7:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj443 X 2000+vasttrafik18 Västtrafik5:49 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h14
8:03 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
sj179 SJ+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik6:03 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
7:53 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj179 SJ6:03 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h27
7:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj179 SJ+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik6:03 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h51
7:54 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
vrgroup12001 VR Snabbtåg6:07 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h28
7:35 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj443 X 20006:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
7:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
8:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik6:19 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h37
8:56 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 transfers
vasttrafik3481 Västtrafik6:59 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h31
8:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj445 X 2000+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik7:11 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h54
9:05 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj445 X 20007:11 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h29
8:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj445 X 2000+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik7:11 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h55
9:06 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj183 SJ7:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h10
9:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj447 X 20007:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h50
9:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj447 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik7:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h06
9:56 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
sj183 SJ8:03 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h27
9:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj447 X 20008:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
9:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik8:20 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h10
10:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj449 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik8:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h06
10:56 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj449 X 20008:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h50
10:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
vasttrafik3489 Västtrafik9:00 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h30
10:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj449 X 2000+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik9:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h49
11:04 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj449 X 20009:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h25
10:40 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect
sj449 X 2000+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik9:15 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h50
11:05 PM Gothenburg1 transfer
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj451 X 2000+vasttrafik60 Västtrafik9:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h56
11:46 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 transfers
vasttrafik2 Västtrafik+sj451 X 20009:50 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h40
11:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation1 transfer
sj451 X 2000+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik10:17 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h47
12:04 AM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj451 X 2000+vasttrafik16 Västtrafik10:17 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h48
12:05 AM Gothenburg1 transfer
sj451 X 200010:17 PM Skövde Centralstation
1h13
11:30 PM Gothenburg Centralstation0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Train from Skövde to Gothenburg

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Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg run on average 54 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 1h 27m.

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 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
54
Direct trains
30
Fastest train
1h 27m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:53
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, FlixTrain, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Skövde to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, 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 21m
Cheapest Price
€7
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 25m
Cheapest Price
€9
Västtrafik 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 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 15m
Cheapest Price
€8
VR frequency
4 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

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
€8
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
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 €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Skövde to Gothenburg train travel time is 1 h 7 min   for the 134 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Skövde to Gothenburg leaves at 04: 58. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Skövde to Gothenburg leaves at 22: 35.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Skövde to Gothenburg without having to change trains with SJ, Västtrafik, VR Snabbtåg, Swedish Railways (SJ) or MTRX. There are 27 direct trains from Skövde to Gothenburg each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Skövde to Gothenburg train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with SJ, Västtrafik, VR Snabbtåg, FlixTrain, Swedish Railways (SJ) or MTRX. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Skövde to Gothenburg to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 35.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Skövde Centralstation, which is located around 0.4 miles (698 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Gothenburg Centralstation, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Gothenburg from Skövde is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Skövde to Gothenburg by train is December.
You have options as you can travel from Skövde to Gothenburg 2 different ways: train or coach.

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
Skövde, Arena
information
Skövde, Ryd Centrum
information
Skövde, Sjukhuset
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