The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gothenburg to Strömstad
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gothenburg to Strömstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Strömstad will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 19 buses that leave Gothenburg for Strömstad every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 23 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.
13794 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik
841 Västtrafik · 870 Västtrafik
841 Västtrafik · 860 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik
841 Västtrafik · 870 Västtrafik
13794 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik
FlixBus
FlixBus
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik
841 Västtrafik · 871 VästtrafikTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Gothenburg to Strömstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Strömstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 14m. 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 £11, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 145 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Strömstad bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Strömstad coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3734 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik | 07:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h19 | 10:59 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik | 09:23 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h23 | 11:46 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h57 | 12:57 Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 0 changesdirect | |
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik | 11:23 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h23 | 13:46 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
3750 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik | 11:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h46 | 14:26 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik | 13:21 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h25 | 15:46 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:25 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h57 | 15:22 Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 0 changesdirect | |
3758 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik | 13:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h46 | 16:26 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
841 Västtrafik · 870 Västtrafik | 14:51 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 3h10 | 18:01 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
13794 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik | 15:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2h37 | 18:22 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
13794 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik | 15:50 Gamlestaden station | 2h32 | 18:22 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
841 Västtrafik · 860 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik | 16:21 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h43 | 19:04 Strömstad tågstation | 2 changes | |
841 Västtrafik · 870 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik | 16:21 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h43 | 19:04 Strömstad tågstation | 2 changes | |
3774 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik | 17:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h19 | 20:59 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik | 20:45 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h21 | 23:06 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
841 Västtrafik · 870 Västtrafik | 04:23 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 3h01 | 07:24 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
3722 Västtrafik · 870 Västtrafik · 870 Västtrafik | 04:25 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h58 | 08:23 Strömstad tågstation | 2 changes | |
3726 Västtrafik · 38 Västtrafik | 05:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h19 | 08:59 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 06:00 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 1h57 | 07:57 Strömstad, Blomsholmsmotet | 0 changesdirect | |
841 Västtrafik · 871 Västtrafik | 07:21 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 2h25 | 09:46 Strömstad tågstation | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gothenburg to Strömstad
Buses from Gothenburg to Strömstad run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 145 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 145 km |
Average bus duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 2m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Västtrafik, FlixBus, Vy Buss from Gothenburg to StrömstadYou can travel by bus between Gothenburg to Strömstad with Västtrafik, FlixBus, Vy Buss for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Gothenburg to Strömstad coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Strömstad by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Strömstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Västtrafik
- Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Västtrafik
- Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Västtrafik
- One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Västtrafik
- Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Strömstad
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Nils (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Espresso House (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 17, 18, 19, 50, 60 Trains: All regional and national s Trams: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11
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