The cheapest and fastest trains from Umeå to Gävle
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Umeå to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Umeå to Gävle will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Umeå for Gävle on Mon, Dec 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 386 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 45 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Umeå to Gävle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Umeå to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a bus costs an average of €55.
Distance: 386 km
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price |
6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Umeå to Gävle train times
The table below shows live departures for Umeå to Gävle trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7411 Vy Norrtåg+ 589 SJ 3000 | 11:35 AM Umeå Central Station | 8h35 | 8:10 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
7411 Vy Norrtåg+ 585 SJ 3000 | 11:35 AM Umeå Central Station | 6h35 | 6:10 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
7411 Vy Norrtåg+ 8379 X-Trafik | 11:35 AM Umeå Central Station | 7h33 | 7:08 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
7411 Vy Norrtåg+ 583 SJ 3000 | 11:35 AM Umeå Central Station | 5h35 | 5:10 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
585 SJ 3000+ 3 X-Trafik | 1:20 PM Umeå Central Station | 5h11 | 6:31 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
585 SJ 3000 | 1:20 PM Umeå Central Station | 4h50 | 6:10 PM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
585 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 1:20 PM Umeå Central Station | 5h25 | 6:45 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
585 SJ 3000 · 589 SJ 3000 | 1:20 PM Umeå Central Station | 6h50 | 8:10 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
585 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik | 1:20 PM Umeå Central Station | 5h11 | 6:31 PM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
585 SJ 3000+ 8381 X-Trafik | 1:20 PM Umeå Central Station | 8h24 | 9:44 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
585 SJ 3000+ 8379 X-Trafik | 1:20 PM Umeå Central Station | 5h48 | 7:08 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
7415 Vy Norrtåg+ 8381 X-Trafik | 2:35 PM Umeå Central Station | 7h09 | 9:44 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
7415 Vy Norrtåg+ 589 SJ 3000 | 2:35 PM Umeå Central Station | 5h35 | 8:10 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
7415 Vy Norrtåg+ 599 SJ 3000 | 2:35 PM Umeå Central Station | 7h35 | 10:10 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
7419 Vy Norrtåg+ 599 SJ 3000 | 4:35 PM Umeå Central Station | 5h35 | 10:10 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
105 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+ 91 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 5:32 PM Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö) | 11h12 | 4:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
91 SJ | 8:23 PM Umeå Central Station | 6h56 | 3:19 AM Gävle Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
91 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 8:23 PM Umeå Central Station | 8h21 | 4:44 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
91 SJ+ 25 X-Trafik | 8:23 PM Umeå Central Station | 7h41 | 4:04 AM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
91 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik | 8:23 PM Umeå Central Station | 7h28 | 3:51 AM Gävle | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:21 AM Umeå | 4h49 | 7:10 AM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Umeå | 4h55 | 9:10 AM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:37 AM Umeå | 5h33 | 2:10 PM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:37 AM Umeå | 5h45 | 3:22 PM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Umeå to Gävle
Trains from Umeå to Gävle run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 386 km |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: SJ, Norrtåg, vy, YBuss, XTrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Umeå to Gävle trainsSJ, Norrtåg, vy, YBuss, XTrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Umeå and Gävle from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SJ
Norrtåg
vy
YBuss
XTrafik
In close proximity to the internal lift there is a wheelchair space and an accessible toilet.
A hearing loop is available on board.
Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Trains from Umeå to Gävle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Umeå 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Umeå Central Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (659 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Gävle Centralstation, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Umeå to Gävle
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Järnvägsallén.
- Rost Mat & Kaffe
- Tapas Bar Deli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 5
- Comfort Hotel Winn
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the main entrance.
- Café Östra Station
- Restaurant Rex
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Comfort Hotel Umeå City
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Walking distance to the University Hospital and the University
- 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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