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Jönköpings läns museum
Museum of cultural history with the world’s largest match museum section, plus exhibitions on local life and craftsmanship in Jönköping County.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alvesta to Jönköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alvesta to Jönköping will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Alvesta to Jönköping, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alvesta to Jönköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 101 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alvesta to Jönköping:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Alvesta to Jönköping costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Jönköping take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 5m.
The journey is about 13m faster (1h 13m by train vs 1h 26m by car) and roughly £0.78 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£18 vs £19). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with JLT.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Alvesta to Jönköping trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
532 SJ+ 7228 Västtrafik | 11:30 Alvesta station | 1h20 | 12:50 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
17608 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:56 Alvesta station | 1h24 | 13:20 Jönköping Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
534 SJ+ 7232 Västtrafik | 12:30 Alvesta station | 1h19 | 13:49 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
17658 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7634 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:41 Alvesta station | 2h15 | 14:56 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
7236 Västtrafik+ 536 SJ | 13:30 Alvesta station | 1h28 | 14:58 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
17610 Jönköpings länstrafik | 13:45 Alvesta station | 1h31 | 15:16 Jönköping Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
538 SJ+ 37670 Jönköpings länstrafik | 14:30 Alvesta station | 1h16 | 15:46 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
17612 Jönköpings länstrafik | 14:56 Alvesta station | 1h24 | 16:20 Jönköping Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
540 SJ+ 7244 Västtrafik | 15:30 Alvesta station | 1h21 | 16:51 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
17614 Jönköpings länstrafik | 15:55 Alvesta station | 1h25 | 17:20 Jönköping Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
7248 Västtrafik+ 542 SJ | 16:30 Alvesta station | 1h22 | 17:52 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
17616 Jönköpings länstrafik | 16:56 Alvesta station | 1h24 | 18:20 Jönköping Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
17664 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7638 Jönköpings länstrafik · 17690 Jönköpings länstrafik | 16:58 Alvesta station | 2h02 | 19:00 Jönköping Centralstation | 2 changes | |
544 SJ+ 7252 Västtrafik | 17:31 Alvesta station | 1h20 | 18:51 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
17618 Jönköpings länstrafik | 17:56 Alvesta station | 1h25 | 19:21 Jönköping Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
17668 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7620 Jönköpings länstrafik | 17:59 Alvesta station | 1h58 | 19:57 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
546 SJ+ 7256 Västtrafik | 18:30 Alvesta station | 1h21 | 19:51 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
17620 Jönköpings länstrafik | 19:04 Alvesta station | 1h26 | 20:30 Jönköping Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
7260 Västtrafik+ 548 SJ | 19:30 Alvesta station | 1h27 | 20:57 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
550 SJ+ 7264 Västtrafik | 20:30 Alvesta station | 1h20 | 21:50 Jönköping Centralstation | 1 change | |
![]() | 0:10 Alvesta | 4h04 | 4:14 Jönköping | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Alvesta to Jönköping run on average 54 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Discover the best of Jönköping — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Jönköping trip today.
Museum of cultural history with the world’s largest match museum section, plus exhibitions on local life and craftsmanship in Jönköping County.
Specialist museum in a former match factory telling the story of Sweden’s match industry. Compact, distinctive, and closely tied to the city’s heritage.
Contemporary art gallery presenting changing exhibitions by Swedish and international artists. A good stop for current visual culture in central Jönköping.
Large hilltop park with viewpoints, heritage buildings, playgrounds, and woodland paths. One of the best places for broad views over Jönköping and Vättern.
Lakeside park and city green space with walking paths, open lawns, and views across Vättern. Ideal for a relaxed stroll close to the centre.
Long sandy lakeside beach area with promenades, swimming spots, and broad water views. Popular in summer and pleasant for walks in every season.
Crisp, lightly sweet flatbread from nearby Huskvarna. A classic Småland staple, traditionally baked and eaten with butter, cheese or cured meats.
Small, crisp waffles linked to nearby Gränna. Traditionally served with jam and cream, they are a beloved excursion treat in the Jönköping area.
Peppermint-striped boiled sweets from Gränna by Lake Vättern. Handmade polkagris is one of the region’s most iconic traditional confections.
Popular casual restaurant known for well-made burgers, beers and a lively, modern atmosphere in central Jönköping.
Stylish city-centre venue serving seasonal Nordic dishes and drinks in a relaxed brasserie setting.
Refined dining room at Vox Hotel with modern Scandinavian cooking and a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Moderate for Sweden: dining and hotels are pricier than many Nordic secondary cities, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Round up small taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Jönköping Centralstation -> Jönköping city centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alvesta to Jönköping 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 Jönköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alvesta to Jönköping trains use the Alvesta tågstation to Jönköping Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Rocksjön station. Use this guide to compare Alvesta and Jönköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Alvesta tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurang & Café Stinsen, Pizzeria Alvesta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Alvesta tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alvesta tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alvesta tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alvesta tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alvesta tågstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rådmannen, Hotell Varend.
Jönköping Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Tegel, Aqua Dinner & Drinks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Jönköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Jönköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jönköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Jönköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jönköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Vox Hotel, Elite Stora Hotellet, Clarion Collection Hotel Victoria.
Rocksjön station is 2 km from Jönköping city centre. Public transport options include:
Rocksjön station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Rocksjön station.
Available at Rocksjön station: Parking, WC.
Available at Rocksjön station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rocksjön station.
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