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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£694
Average price
£720
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 19 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
941 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Edinburgh will cost around £720 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £694.
To travel from Gothenburg to Edinburgh you need to make at least 6 changes.
5:5533h15Gothenburg15:10Edinburgh£6941One-way6 changes- 18:5527h19Gothenburg22:14Edinburgh£7451One-way6 changes
- 18:5527h19Gothenburg22:14Edinburgh£7451One-way6 changes
- 5:5533h15Gothenburg15:10Edinburgh£6941One-way6 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Gothenburg to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £81, and a train costs an average of £681.
Distance: 941 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£681 Average Price | £163 Average Price Cheapest |
35h 33m Average total duration 35h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday 7 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:55 Gothenburg | 24h16 | 19:11 Edinburgh | 6 changes | |
| 19:55 Gothenburg | 39h13 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 6 changes | |
| Wednesday 8 April | |||||
| 5:55 Gothenburg | 33h15 | 15:10 Edinburgh | 6 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Edinburgh
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Trains from Gothenburg to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 35h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £681 but you can travel from only £81 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 941 km distance in 30h 25m.
Distance 941 km |
Average train duration 35h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £681 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 30h 25m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 18:20 |
Train companies: Oresundstag from Gothenburg to Edinburgh trainsOresundstag trains will get you between Gothenburg and Edinburgh from £81. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gothenburg to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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