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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stockholm to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €83.
Distance: 397 km
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price | €336 Average price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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The best way to travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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How to Travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
There are plenty of ways to travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg, putting Sweden's second-largest city within easy reach. It's an extremely well-travelled route, and options range from high-speed trains to buses and flights. Journey times vary, with flights taking around 55 minutes, the fastest trains taking 2 hours 57 minutes, and buses reaching Gothenburg in just over 6 hours 30 minutes. And whenever customers need to travel, there will be no shortage of departures to choose.
What is the Cheapest Way To Get from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
Unusually for long-distance intercity travel, trains from Stockholm to Gothenburg can often be cheaper than buses. Services from both MRT Express and SJ will tend to undercut bus prices, making them a very attractive transport option. Trains are also much quicker, regularly taking just under 3 hours. Services run daily, with two to three departures per hour, and they travel from central Stockholm to central Gothenburg. No changes are needed, and passengers can sit back, relax, and let the journey unfold.
What is the Fastest Way to Travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
If speed is the most important issue, trains may not be the best way to travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg. That's because flights are available from SAS, Norwegian, and Braathens Regional Airways, which take just 55 minutes. Flights leave from Bromma and Arlanda in Stockholm, providing flexible options for those in the capital. And they touch down at Landvetter, a 25-minute bus ride from central Gothenburg. Additionally, there's no lack of choices. With 18 to 21 direct weekday flights and eight to 10 on weekends, selecting a convenient departure time should always be possible.
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Travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg by Train
Taking the train is a popular way to head from the Swedish capital to Gothenburg. A couple of operators offer connections on the route, including the Swedish national carrier, SJ, and MRT Express, which specialises in the Gothenburg to Stockholm route. Both companies run trains from Stockholm's Central Station to Gothenburg Central Station, with no changes needed. This means that travellers can head straight to the centre of Gotheburg without worrying about transfers. And both carriers offer journey times of around three hours. There are departures every hour during the week, starting from early morning every day until its final departure in the evening. So finding convenient tickets won't be tough.
Travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg by Bus
Generally a less popular option than trains, it's definitely possible to take the bus to Gothenburg from Stockholm, and affordable fares are often available. Nettbuss runs services from Stockholm Terminalslingan to Gothenburg's Nils Ericson Terminalen, which is in the north of the city centre, not more than a 15 minutes' walk from most attractions. There are four to eight direct buses every day that don't require a change. Journey times are fairly long, at around 6 hours 30 minutes in most cases. However, there are plenty of Sunday services, which may be handy for some travellers.
Travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg by Plane
Flying is the fastest option for anyone who needs to travel to Gothenburg from Stockholm, with flights usually taking 55 minutes. Carriers include major airlines like Norwegian and SAS, as well as the regional airline Braathens, and passengers can choose to fly from either Stockholm Arlanda or Bromma airports. Prices vary depending on which airline travellers choose, and travellers are spoilt for choice. Expect 18 to 21 flights per day during the week and eight to 10 on Saturdays and Sundays. All arrive at Landsvetter, about 10 miles east of Gothenburg. From there, buses take 20 minutes to run into town, so total journey times can exceed 2 hours when transfers are accounted for.
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This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm to Gothenburg:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Gothenburg costing on average €17.
A train is €68 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Gothenburg costing on average €83.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 24m.
Bus takes on average 6h 30m.
- Around 37 trains per day.
- Around 23 buses per day.
- Around 12 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockholm and Gothenburg as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Göteborg-Landvetter Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Stockholm Central Station and arrive in Gothenburg Centralstation.
- Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) and arrive in Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
- Travel with SJ, VR, FlixTrain, Tågab, Västtrafik, Snälltåget, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) to go to Gothenburg by train.
- Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Vy Buss, Norwegian Railways (VY) to go to Gothenburg by bus.
- Travel with Ryanair, SAS, regional jet, Tasman Australia Airlines, CityJet to go to Gothenburg by flight.
- 23 direct trains per day with SJ, VR, FlixTrain, Tågab, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ).
- 10 direct buses per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Vy Buss, Norwegian Railways (VY).
- 5 direct flights per day with Ryanair, SAS, regional jet, Tasman Australia Airlines, CityJet.
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