The cheapest and fastest trains from Fredrikstad to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fredrikstad to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fredrikstad to Gothenburg will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 8 trains that leave Fredrikstad for Gothenburg every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
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Compare train and coach for Fredrikstad to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fredrikstad to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 179 km
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3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Fredrikstad to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Fredrikstad to Gothenburg trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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389 Vy | 12:13 Fredrikstad | 2h32 | 14:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
391 Vy | 14:14 Fredrikstad | 2h26 | 16:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
395 Vy+ 16 Västtrafik | 16:16 Fredrikstad | 2h53 | 19:09 Gothenburg | 1 change | |
395 Vy+ 16 Västtrafik | 16:16 Fredrikstad | 2h54 | 19:10 Gothenburg | 1 change | |
395 Vy | 16:16 Fredrikstad | 2h29 | 18:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
397 Vy | 18:14 Fredrikstad | 2h31 | 20:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 16 November | |||||
385 Vy | 08:13 Fredrikstad | 2h32 | 10:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
387 Vy | 10:14 Fredrikstad | 2h31 | 12:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fredrikstad to Gothenburg
Trains from Fredrikstad to Gothenburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: vy, Norwegian Railways (VY) from Fredrikstad to Gothenburg trainsvy, Norwegian Railways (VY) trains will get you between Fredrikstad and Gothenburg from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Fredrikstad to Gothenburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fredrikstad to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Fredrikstad and Gothenburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Access via Jernbanegata.
- McDonald's Fredrikstad
- Restaurant Slippen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- NOK 10
- Quality Hotel Fredrikstad
- Hotel Victoria
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Oslo and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to nearby islands
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
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