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Gävleborgs länsmuseum
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sandviken to Gävle
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
29 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
29 m
Buses on 18 Sept
28
Distance
21 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sandviken to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sandviken to Gävle will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 28 buses from Sandviken to Gävle, including 14 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 21 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest buses will take 29 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.
41 X-trafik7:090h32Sandviken tågstation7:41Gävle Centralstation£71One-way0 changes- 41 X-trafik6:590h29Sandviken tågstation7:28Gävle Centralstation£71One-way0 changes
- 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik5:540h40Sandviken6:34Gävle£71One-way1 change
- 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik6:240h40Sandviken7:04Gävle£71One-way1 change
- 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik9:090h35Sandviken9:44Gävle£71One-way1 change
- 41 X-trafik6:590h29Sandviken tågstation7:28Gävle Centralstation£71One-way0 changes
- 41 X-trafik6:290h29Sandviken tågstation6:58Gävle Centralstation£71One-way0 changes
- 41 X-trafik6:390h29Sandviken tågstation7:08Gävle Centralstation£71One-way0 changes
- 41 X-trafik6:190h29Sandviken tågstation6:48Gävle Centralstation£71One-way0 changes
- 41 X-trafik6:490h29Sandviken tågstation7:18Gävle Centralstation£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sandviken to Gävle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sandviken to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 21 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Sandviken to Gävle is a train with an average price of £8.
This is compared to other travel options from Sandviken to Gävle:
A train is 0 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Sandviken to Gävle costing on average £8.
The fastest way to travel from Sandviken to Gävle is by train with an average journey time of 19m.
Other travel options to Gävle take longer:
Coach takes on average 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sandviken and Gävle including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.58. The journey takes 20m versus 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Sandviken to Gävle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sandviken to Gävle coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 5:54 Sandviken | 0h40 | 6:34 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 6:09 Sandviken | 0h35 | 6:44 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 6:19 Sandviken tågstation | 0h29 | 6:48 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 6:24 Sandviken | 0h40 | 7:04 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 6:29 Sandviken tågstation | 0h29 | 6:58 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 41 X-trafik | 6:39 Sandviken tågstation | 0h29 | 7:08 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 6:39 Sandviken | 0h35 | 7:14 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 6:49 Sandviken tågstation | 0h29 | 7:18 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 6:54 Sandviken | 0h43 | 7:37 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 6:59 Sandviken tågstation | 0h29 | 7:28 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 41 X-trafik | 7:09 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 7:41 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 7:09 Sandviken | 0h38 | 7:47 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 7:19 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 7:51 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 7:24 Sandviken | 0h43 | 8:07 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 7:29 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 8:01 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 7:39 Sandviken | 0h38 | 8:17 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 7:39 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 8:11 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 41 X-trafik | 7:49 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 8:21 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 7:54 Sandviken | 0h43 | 8:37 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 8:09 Sandviken | 0h38 | 8:47 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 8:09 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 8:41 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 41 X-trafik | 8:19 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 8:51 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 8:24 Sandviken | 0h43 | 9:07 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 41 X-trafik | 8:29 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 9:01 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 41 X-trafik | 8:39 Sandviken tågstation | 0h32 | 9:11 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 8:39 Sandviken | 0h35 | 9:14 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 9:09 Sandviken | 0h35 | 9:44 Gävle | 1 change | |
| 4 X-trafik · 41 X-trafik | 9:24 Sandviken | 0h40 | 10:04 Gävle | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sandviken to Gävle
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Buses from Sandviken to Gävle run on average 189 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 129 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 21 km distance in 29m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Distance 21 km |
Average bus duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 189 |
Direct buses 129 |
Fastest bus 29m |
First bus 0:08 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Complete guide to Gävle
Things to do in Gävle
Discover the best of Gävle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gävle trip today.
- Must visit
Sveriges Järnvägsmuseum
A railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages and family-friendly displays. It is ideal for transport history and hands-on exploration.
- Recommended
Gävle konstcentrum
An art museum with changing exhibitions in Konserthuset. It is a strong choice for modern and contemporary art in a central setting.
- Must visit
Gamla Gefle
Gävle’s old town has low wooden houses, narrow lanes and a calm historic atmosphere. It is one of the city’s most charming walking areas.
- Recommended
Drottninggatan
A central pedestrian street lined with shops and city life. It is useful for orientation and a simple way to experience modern central Gävle.
- Recommended
Stortorget
A broad central square framed by civic buildings and seasonal events. It is a practical meeting point and a good base for exploring nearby sights.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Akvavit
Spiced rye spirit flavoured with caraway or dill. A classic Swedish snap served at festive meals, especially with herring and traditional smörgåsbord dishes.
- Gluten-free
Inlagd sill
Pickled Baltic herring in vinegar, often with onion, mustard or dill. A staple of Swedish festive tables and widely eaten across coastal regions such as Gästrikland.
- Gluten-free
Surströmming
Fermented Baltic herring with a strong aroma, traditionally eaten in northern and central Sweden with thin bread, potatoes and onion in late summer.
Matildas
Refined dining restaurant in central Gävle serving seasonal tasting menus in an elegant, calm setting.
Church Street Saloon Country Club
Well-known riverside venue for burgers, grill dishes and drinks, with an easy-going atmosphere and central location.
Café Ellerhur
Established café and restaurant in Gävle’s old town, known for Swedish lunches, coffee and cakes in a historic setting.
Swedish krona (kr)
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are pricier than many EU cities, but public transport and casual meals are manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 80-130 kr for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- 180-320 kr per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- 500+ kr per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- 35-50 kr for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxi fares are fixed; round up if you wish. Cafés generally do not require tips.
X-trafik
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 69 SEK
- Day pass
- 195 SEK
To the city centre
Circle K Gävle Bro, Gävle -> Gävle Centralstation, Gävle
- Distance
- 7 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Buy tickets in the X-trafik app before boarding; the official app supports payment by bank card and Swish.
- For Gävle urban travel, use the Gävle city fare. Gävle Central has a UL ticket machine for single and 24-hour tickets.
FAQs: Sandviken to Gävle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sandviken to Gävle 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 Gävle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Sandviken to Gävle can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sandviken to Gävle is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Sandviken to Gävle is 29m to travel the 21 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Sandviken to Gävle leaves at 0:08. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Sandviken to Gävle leaves at 23:53.
A day trip to Gävle from Sandviken is worth doing with a journey time of 29m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Sandviken to Gävle is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sandviken and Gävle including taking a coach and train.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Sandviken to Gävle.
No, the coach from Sandviken to Gävle has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Sandviken to Gävle.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Sandviken to Gävle.
No, luggage for the coach from Sandviken to Gävle needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Sandviken to Gävle.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sandviken to Gävle.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Sandviken to Gävle.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Sandviken to Gävle.
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