The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Gävle
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
75
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Gävle will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 75 trains that leave Stockholm for Gävle on Sun, Jun 21, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 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.
40 Pendeltåg+
8404 Mälartåg5:08 AM2h14Stockholm City station7:22 AMGävle Centralstation€121One-way1 transfer
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg+
8464 Mälartåg+
4 X-Trafik7:33 PM4h11Stockholm, Västerbroplan11:44 PMGävle Fyrbovägen€161One-way3 transfers
40 Pendeltåg+
8404 Mälartåg+
95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik5:08 AM2h42Stockholm City station7:50 AMGävle€161One-way3 transfers
40 Pendeltåg+
8404 Mälartåg+
95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik5:08 AM2h40Stockholm City station7:48 AMGävle€161One-way3 transfers
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg+
8480 Mälartåg+
4 X-Trafik11:21 PM6h23Stockholm, Västerbroplan5:44 AMGävle Fyrbovägen€161One-way3 transfers
584 SJ 30006:23 PM1h20Stockholm Central Station7:43 PMGävle Centralstation€401One-way0 transfers
568 SJ 300010:22 AM1h21Stockholm Central Station11:43 AMGävle Centralstation€311One-way0 transfers
574 SJ 30001:22 PM1h21Stockholm Central Station2:43 PMGävle Centralstation€281One-way0 transfers
564 SJ 30008:22 AM1h21Stockholm Central Station9:43 AMGävle Centralstation€181One-way0 transfers
580 SJ 30004:22 PM1h21Stockholm Central Station5:43 PMGävle Centralstation€811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stockholm to Gävle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 €10, and a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 158 km
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price | €191 Average price |
2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stockholm to Gävle train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Gävle trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
284 SJ+ 25 X-Trafik | 6:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h43 | 8:14 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
284 SJ | 6:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 7:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
284 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik | 6:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h41 | 8:12 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
286 SJ | 7:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
286 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik | 7:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h42 | 9:13 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
286 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 7:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 9:18 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg+ 8464 Mälartåg+ 4 X-Trafik | 7:33 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h11 | 11:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
970 Mälartåg · 8464 Mälartåg+ 25 X-Trafik | 8:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h23 | 10:34 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
970 Mälartåg · 8464 Mälartåg | 8:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 10:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
970 Mälartåg · 8464 Mälartåg+ 25 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 8:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h39 | 10:50 PM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg+ 92 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 9:03 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h41 | 12:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg | 9:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 11:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 9:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h41 | 11:52 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 9:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h38 | 11:49 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg+ 8472 Mälartåg+ 4 X-Trafik | 9:33 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h11 | 1:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
92 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik | 9:55 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h17 | 12:12 AM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
92 SJ+ 49 X-Trafik | 9:55 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h18 | 12:13 AM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
92 SJ | 9:55 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h55 | 11:50 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+ 91 X-Trafik | 10:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h32 | 12:43 AM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 10:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 12:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+ 91 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 10:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h37 | 12:48 AM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg+ 8476 Mälartåg+ 4 X-Trafik | 10:32 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h12 | 2:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg | 11:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 11:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h41 | 1:52 AM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 11:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h38 | 1:49 AM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg+ 8480 Mälartåg+ 4 X-Trafik | 11:21 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 7h23 | 6:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
40 Pendeltåg+ 8404 Mälartåg+ 95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 5:08 AM Stockholm City station | 2h40 | 7:48 AM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 8404 Mälartåg | 5:08 AM Stockholm City station | 2h14 | 7:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 8404 Mälartåg+ 95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 5:08 AM Stockholm City station | 2h42 | 7:50 AM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
906 Mälartåg · 8408 Mälartåg+ 41 X-Trafik | 6:11 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h41 | 8:52 AM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
906 Mälartåg · 8408 Mälartåg | 6:11 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 8:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
906 Mälartåg · 8408 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 6:11 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h38 | 8:49 AM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
910 Mälartåg · 8412 Mälartåg | 7:11 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 9:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
5 SL+ 564 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 7:16 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h28 | 10:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
80 SJ+ 95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 7:50 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2h00 | 9:50 AM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
80 SJ+ 95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 7:50 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h58 | 9:48 AM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
80 SJ | 7:50 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h36 | 9:26 AM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 SL+ 266 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 8:16 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h28 | 11:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
564 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik | 8:22 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h50 | 10:12 AM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
564 SJ 3000 | 8:22 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h21 | 9:43 AM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 SJ 3000+ 49 X-Trafik | 8:22 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h46 | 10:08 AM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
5 SL+ 568 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 9:17 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h27 | 12:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
266 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik | 9:31 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h42 | 11:13 AM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
266 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 9:31 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 11:18 AM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
266 SJ | 9:31 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 10:56 AM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
568 SJ 3000+ 49 X-Trafik | 10:22 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h46 | 12:08 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
568 SJ 3000 | 10:22 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h21 | 11:43 AM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
568 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik | 10:22 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h50 | 12:12 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
5 SL+ 270 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 10:23 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h21 | 1:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
5 SL+ 10 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 11:10 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h34 | 2:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
270 SJ | 11:31 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 12:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
270 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 11:31 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 1:18 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
270 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik | 11:31 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1h42 | 1:13 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
10 SJ | 12:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h34 | 1:45 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
10 SJ+ 25 X-Trafik | 12:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h03 | 2:14 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
10 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik | 12:11 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h01 | 2:12 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
5 SL+ 274 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 12:27 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h17 | 3:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
574 SJ 3000 | 1:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h21 | 2:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
574 SJ 3000+ 241 X-Trafik | 1:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h39 | 3:01 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
5 SL+ 276 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 1:29 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h15 | 4:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
274 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik | 1:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h42 | 3:13 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
274 SJ | 1:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 2:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
274 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 1:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 3:18 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
576 SJ 3000 | 2:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h21 | 3:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 SL+ 278 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 2:29 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h15 | 5:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
276 SJ | 2:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 3:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
276 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik | 2:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h41 | 4:12 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
276 SJ+ 49 X-Trafik | 2:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h37 | 4:08 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
278 SJ | 3:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 4:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
278 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik | 3:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h42 | 5:13 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
278 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 3:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 5:18 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
580 SJ 3000 | 4:22 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h21 | 5:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 SL+ 282 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 4:29 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h15 | 7:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
598 SJ 3000 | 4:51 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h22 | 6:13 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
598 SJ 3000+ 1 X-Trafik | 4:51 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h58 | 6:49 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
598 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik | 4:51 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2h01 | 6:52 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
5 SL+ 284 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 5:29 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h15 | 8:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
282 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 5:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 7:18 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
282 SJ | 5:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 6:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
282 SJ+ 91 X-Trafik | 5:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h42 | 7:13 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
584 SJ 3000 | 6:23 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1h20 | 7:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 SL+ 286 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 6:27 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h17 | 9:44 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Stockholm to Gävle
Trains from Stockholm to Gävle run on average 92 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 92 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: SJ, Malartag, vy, SL, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm to Gävle trainsSJ, Malartag, vy, SL, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm and Gävle from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Stockholm to Gävle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Gävle 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 Gävle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stockholm to Gävle
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Swedenborgsgatan
- Pelikan
- Kvarnen
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- SEK 10
- Hotel Rival
- Clarion Hotel Stockholm
- Hilton Stockholm Slussen
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and commuter destinations
- Metro: Line 13, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralplan
- Restaurang Matildas
- Brända Bocken
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- SEK 10
- Clarion Hotel Winn
- Elite Grand Hotel Gävle
- Scandic CH
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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