The cheapest and fastest trains from Strömstad to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strömstad to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strömstad to Gothenburg will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
It's difficult to get from Strömstad to Gothenburg without transferring at least once.
38 Västtrafik · 13755 Västtrafik12:21 PM2h24Strömstad tågstation2:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13779 Västtrafik6:12 PM3h03Strömstad tågstation9:15 PMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13731 Västtrafik6:06 AM3h04Strömstad tågstation9:10 AMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13771 Västtrafik4:19 PM2h26Strömstad tågstation6:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13747 Västtrafik10:21 AM2h24Strömstad tågstation12:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13755 Västtrafik12:21 PM2h24Strömstad tågstation2:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13747 Västtrafik10:21 AM2h24Strömstad tågstation12:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13763 Västtrafik2:21 PM2h24Strömstad tågstation4:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13771 Västtrafik4:19 PM2h26Strömstad tågstation6:45 PMGothenburg Centralstation€131One-way1 transfer
38 Västtrafik · 13755 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik12:21 PM2h36Strömstad tågstation2:57 PMGothenburg€131One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Strömstad to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strömstad to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 12m. 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 bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 145 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€13 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Strömstad to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Strömstad to Gothenburg trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
38 Västtrafik · 13731 Västtrafik | 6:06 AM Strömstad tågstation | 3h04 | 9:10 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13739 Västtrafik | 7:54 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h51 | 10:45 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13747 Västtrafik | 10:21 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h24 | 12:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13747 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik | 10:21 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h36 | 12:57 PM Gothenburg | 2 transfers | |
38 Västtrafik · 13747 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik | 10:21 AM Strömstad tågstation | 2h37 | 12:58 PM Gothenburg | 2 transfers | |
38 Västtrafik · 13755 Västtrafik | 12:21 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h24 | 2:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13755 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik | 12:21 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h36 | 2:57 PM Gothenburg | 2 transfers | |
38 Västtrafik · 13755 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik | 12:21 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h37 | 2:58 PM Gothenburg | 2 transfers | |
38 Västtrafik · 13763 Västtrafik | 2:21 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h24 | 4:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13763 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik | 2:21 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h41 | 5:02 PM Gothenburg | 2 transfers | |
38 Västtrafik · 13763 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik | 2:21 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h42 | 5:03 PM Gothenburg | 2 transfers | |
38 Västtrafik · 13771 Västtrafik | 4:19 PM Strömstad tågstation | 2h26 | 6:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
38 Västtrafik · 13779 Västtrafik | 6:12 PM Strömstad tågstation | 3h03 | 9:15 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strömstad to Gothenburg
Trains from Strömstad to Gothenburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 4:46 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Strömstad to Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strömstad 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Strömstad to Gothenburg
Most Strömstad to Gothenburg trains use the Strömstad tågstation to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Domkyrkan. Use this guide to compare Strömstad and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Strömstad station do trains to Gothenburg leave from?
Getting to Strömstad tågstation from Strömstad city centre
Strömstad tågstation train station facilities and services
Strömstad tågstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Strömstad tågstation.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Strömstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Strömstad tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Strömstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Strömstad Spa & Resort, Laholmen Hotel, Scandic Laholmen.
Getting to Överby station from Strömstad city centre
Which Gothenburg station do trains from Strömstad arrive at?
Getting to Göteborg Centralstation from Gothenburg city centre
Göteborg Centralstation train station facilities and services
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
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