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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Gävle

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£39

Average price

£86

Fastest journey

5 h 18 m

Average duration

5 h 23 m

Trains per day

117

Distance

442 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gothenburg to Gävle will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.

Fast trains

To travel from Gothenburg to Gävle you need to make at least one change.

VR12000 VR Snabbtåg+SJ266 SJ
05:255h31
Gothenburg Centralstation
10:56Gävle Centralstation
£391One-way
1 change
VR12000 VR Snabbtåg+SJ268 SJ
05:256h31
Gothenburg Centralstation
11:56Gävle Centralstation
£431One-way
1 change
VR12000 VR Snabbtåg+SJ566 SJ 3000
05:255h18
Gothenburg Centralstation
10:43Gävle Centralstation
£431One-way
1 change
Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik+TagiBergslagen8168 Tåg i Bergslagen
06:307h01
Gothenburg Centralstation
13:31Gävle Centralstation
£511One-way
1 change
Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik+TagiBergslagen8190 Tåg i Bergslagen
06:308h01
Gothenburg Centralstation
14:31Gävle Centralstation
£511One-way
1 change

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Compare train and flight for Gothenburg to Gävle

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £129.

Distance: 442 km

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£302

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6h 27m

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5h 57m

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16h 40m

Average total duration

13h 40m

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1.3 - 2.7kg

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Live departures

Gothenburg to Gävle train times

The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Gävle trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 00:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
sj420 X 2000 · 270 SJ03:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h27
11:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj420 X 2000 · 266 SJ03:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h27
09:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj420 X 2000 · 268 SJ03:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h27
10:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12000 VR Snabbtåg+sj268 SJ04:25 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h31
10:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12000 VR Snabbtåg+sj270 SJ04:25 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h31
11:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12000 VR Snabbtåg+sj266 SJ04:25 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h31
09:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12002 VR Snabbtåg+sj10 SJ05:24 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h21
12:45 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12002 VR Snabbtåg+sj270 SJ05:24 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h32
11:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12002 VR Snabbtåg+sj268 SJ05:24 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h32
10:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik3426 Västtrafik+tagibergslagen8168 Tåg i Bergslagen05:30 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h01
12:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik3426 Västtrafik+tagibergslagen8190 Tåg i Bergslagen05:30 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h01
13:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik3426 Västtrafik+tagibergslagen8170 Tåg i Bergslagen05:30 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h02
14:32 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj168 SJ+tagibergslagen8190 Tåg i Bergslagen06:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
13:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj168 SJ+tagibergslagen8192 Tåg i Bergslagen06:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h02
15:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj168 SJ+tagibergslagen8170 Tåg i Bergslagen06:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h03
14:32 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik60 Västtrafik+sj426 X 2000 · 10 SJ+xtrafik25 X-Trafik07:00 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h25
13:25 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
sj426 X 2000 · 10 SJ07:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h26
12:45 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj426 X 2000 · 10 SJ+xtrafik25 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik07:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h06
13:25 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj426 X 2000 · 10 SJ+xtrafik41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik07:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h06
13:25 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj426 X 2000 · 10 SJ+xtrafik25 X-Trafik07:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h45
13:04 Gävle2 changes
sj170 SJ+tagibergslagen8170 Tåg i Bergslagen07:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h03
14:32 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj170 SJ · 282 SJ07:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
10h27
17:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj170 SJ · 280 SJ07:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h27
16:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik · X5 Västtrafik+sj428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 300007:55 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h19
14:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen5 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik+sj428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik07:55 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h19
14:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
vasttrafikX5 Västtrafik+sj428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000+xtrafik241 X-Trafik08:02 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h12
14:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
sj428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000+xtrafik1 X-Trafik08:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h50
14:09 Gävle2 changes
sj428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik · 99 X-Trafik08:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h55
14:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 300008:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h24
13:43 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj428 X 2000 · 574 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik · 99 X-Trafik08:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h47
14:06 Gävle3 changes
sj172 SJ+tagibergslagen8194 Tåg i Bergslagen08:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h02
17:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj172 SJ+tagibergslagen8192 Tåg i Bergslagen08:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
15:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj172 SJ+tagibergslagen8172 Tåg i Bergslagen08:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h02
16:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik18 Västtrafik · 16 Västtrafik+sj430 X 2000 · 576 SJ 300008:52 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h22
15:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen5 changes
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj430 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik08:56 Gothenburg
6h10
15:06 Gävle4 changes
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj430 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000+xtrafik1 X-Trafik08:56 Gothenburg
6h13
15:09 Gävle3 changes
vasttrafikX5 Västtrafik+sj430 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik09:01 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h13
15:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
sj430 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000+xtrafik1 X-Trafik09:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h50
15:09 Gävle2 changes
sj430 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik · 99 X-Trafik09:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h47
15:06 Gävle3 changes
sj430 X 2000 · 576 SJ 300009:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h24
14:43 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj430 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik · 99 X-Trafik09:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h55
15:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj174 SJ+tagibergslagen8194 Tåg i Bergslagen09:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h02
17:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj174 SJ+tagibergslagen8174 Tåg i Bergslagen09:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h02
18:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj174 SJ+tagibergslagen8172 Tåg i Bergslagen09:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
16:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12032 VR Snabbtåg+sj280 SJ10:25 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h31
16:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12032 VR Snabbtåg+sj282 SJ10:25 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h31
17:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12032 VR Snabbtåg+sj578 SJ 300010:25 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h18
15:43 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik18 Västtrafik+sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik10:53 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h32
17:25 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
vasttrafik18 Västtrafik+sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik10:53 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h32
17:25 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
vasttrafik18 Västtrafik · 16 Västtrafik+sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 300010:53 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h32
17:25 Gävle Fyrbovägen5 changes
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik10:56 Gothenburg
6h15
17:11 Gävle4 changes
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+xtrafik49 X-Trafik10:56 Gothenburg
6h22
17:18 Gävle3 changes
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj434 X 2000 · 280 SJ+xtrafik49 X-Trafik10:56 Gothenburg
6h22
17:18 Gävle3 changes
vasttrafikX5 Västtrafik+sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik11:01 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h24
17:25 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik11:18 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h07
17:25 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 300011:18 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h25
16:43 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+xtrafik49 X-Trafik11:18 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h00
17:18 Gävle2 changes
sj434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000+xtrafik41 X-Trafik · 3 X-Trafik11:18 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h53
17:11 Gävle3 changes
sj434 X 2000 · 280 SJ+xtrafik49 X-Trafik11:18 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h00
17:18 Gävle2 changes
sj178 SJ+tagibergslagen8178 Tåg i Bergslagen11:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h02
20:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj178 SJ+tagibergslagen8176 Tåg i Bergslagen11:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h06
19:35 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj178 SJ+tagibergslagen8174 Tåg i Bergslagen11:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h02
18:31 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12086 VR Snabbtåg+sj286 SJ12:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h37
19:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12086 VR Snabbtåg+sj282 SJ12:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h37
17:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12086 VR Snabbtåg+sj284 SJ12:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h37
18:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik18 Västtrafik+sj438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+xtrafik4 X-Trafik12:53 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h22
19:15 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
vasttrafik18 Västtrafik · 16 Västtrafik+sj438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 300012:53 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h22
19:15 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+xtrafik4 X-Trafik12:56 Gothenburg
6h09
19:05 Gävle3 changes
vasttrafikX5 Västtrafik+sj438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+xtrafik4 X-Trafik13:01 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h14
19:15 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+xtrafik4 X-Trafik13:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h56
19:15 Gävle Fyrbovägen2 changes
sj438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+xtrafik4 X-Trafik13:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h46
19:05 Gävle2 changes
sj438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 300013:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h24
18:43 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj182 SJ · 92 SJ13:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h19
22:48 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj182 SJ · 70 SJ13:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h58
23:27 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj182 SJ · 288 SJ13:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h27
20:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik+sj440 X 2000 · 286 SJ+xtrafik1 X-Trafik13:55 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h50
20:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik · X5 Västtrafik+sj440 X 2000 · 286 SJ13:55 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h50
20:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen5 changes
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik+sj440 X 2000 · 286 SJ+xtrafik41 X-Trafik13:55 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h50
20:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
sj440 X 2000 · 286 SJ14:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h37
19:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj440 X 2000 · 286 SJ+xtrafik1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik14:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h26
20:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj440 X 2000 · 286 SJ14:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h37
19:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj440 X 2000 · 288 SJ14:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h37
20:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj440 X 2000 · 286 SJ+xtrafik2 X-Trafik14:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h59
20:18 Gävle2 changes
sj440 X 2000 · 286 SJ+xtrafik41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik14:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h26
20:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj184 SJ+tagibergslagen8180 Tåg i Bergslagen14:29 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h03
22:32 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12042 VR Snabbtåg+sj70 SJ14:54 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h33
23:27 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12042 VR Snabbtåg+sj288 SJ14:54 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h02
20:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12042 VR Snabbtåg+sj92 SJ14:54 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h54
22:48 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik25 Västtrafik+sj442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+xtrafik1 X-Trafik14:55 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
6h50
21:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+xtrafik49 X-Trafik15:02 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h43
21:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+xtrafik1 X-Trafik15:02 Göteborg, Brunnsparken
6h43
21:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen4 changes
sj442 X 2000 · 92 SJ15:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h29
22:48 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+xtrafik1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik15:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h26
21:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj442 X 2000 · 288 SJ15:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h37
20:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj442 X 2000 · 288 SJ15:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h37
20:56 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+xtrafik2 X-Trafik15:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
5h59
21:18 Gävle2 changes
sj442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+xtrafik49 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik15:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h26
21:45 Gävle Fyrbovägen3 changes
sj186 SJ+tagibergslagen8180 Tåg i Bergslagen15:24 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h08
22:32 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj186 SJ · 70 SJ15:24 Gothenburg Centralstation
8h03
23:27 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj444 X 2000+malartag976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg16:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h03
22:22 Gävle Centralstation2 changes
sj444 X 2000+malartag976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg+ul_se501 UL16:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h32
22:51 Gävle3 changes
sj444 X 2000 · 70 SJ16:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h08
23:27 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj444 X 2000 · 92 SJ16:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h29
22:48 Gävle Centralstation1 change
sj444 X 2000+malartag976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg16:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h03
22:22 Gävle Centralstation2 changes
sj446 X 2000+malartag982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg17:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h03
23:22 Gävle Centralstation2 changes
sj446 X 2000 · 70 SJ17:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h08
23:27 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vrgroup12046 VR Snabbtåg+malartag988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg17:24 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h58
00:22 Gävle Centralstation2 changes
vrgroup12046 VR Snabbtåg+sj70 SJ17:24 Gothenburg Centralstation
6h03
23:27 Gävle Centralstation1 change
vasttrafik16 Västtrafik+sj448 SJ 3000+malartag10994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg17:57 Gothenburg
9h33
03:30 Gävle4 changes
sj448 SJ 3000+malartag10994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg+xtrafik1 X-Trafik18:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
9h11
03:30 Gävle3 changes
sj448 SJ 3000+malartag10994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg18:19 Gothenburg Centralstation
7h03
01:22 Gävle Centralstation2 changes

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Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Gävle

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Trains from Gothenburg to Gävle run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 442 km distance in 5h 24m.

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
Distance
442 km
Average train duration
5h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
36
Fastest train
5h 24m
First train
00:08
Last train
23:40
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

Train companies: SJ, VR, TagiBergslagen, Västtrafik, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg to Gävle trainsSJ, VR, TagiBergslagen, Västtrafik, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg and Gävle from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SJ

About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 24m
Cheapest Price
£23
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 53m
VR frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Västtrafik

About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 29m
Västtrafik frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Tågab

About
Tågåkeriet i Bergslagen (TÅGAB) is a Swedish railway company established in 1994 and headquartered in Kristinehamn. It operates both freight and passenger trains in Sweden and Norway. TÅGAB's passenger services include routes like Gothenburg-Karlstad-Kristinehamn-Falun/Mora and Karlstad-Stockholm, often utilizing Rc3 locomotives with passenger coaches or X10 railcars. For some regional passenger transport, TÅGAB collaborates with Tåg i Bergslagen, using Bombardier Regina and SJ X12 railcars. The company also handles freight traffic, particularly for industrial plants along its routes, and was one of the first private companies for rail freight transport in Sweden.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tågab frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

TagiBergslagen

About
Tåg i Bergslagen (TiB) is a Swedish train company that operates passenger rail transport across the Bergslagen region, connecting the four counties of Örebro, Västmanland, Gävleborg, and Dalarna. Established in 1993, TiB facilitates commuting for work and studies, as well as business and leisure travel. The company utilizes ER1 double-deck trains and Regina train types on its routes, which include lines such as Mora–Borlänge–Sala, Gävle–Borlänge–Mjölby, and Ludvika–Fagersta–Västerås.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 2m
Cheapest Price
£60
Luggage included
Regular luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refund possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket

Swedish Railways (SJ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£54
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
15 a day

FAQs: Gothenburg to Gävle train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Gävle 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 Gävle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Two to three days in Gävle is ideal to explore its main attractions, such as the Gävle Castle, the Swedish Railway Museum, and the Furuvik Zoo and Amusement Park.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gothenburg and Gävle. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Swedish Railways (SJ).
Yes, the train journey from Gothenburg to Gävle is quite scenic, offering picturesque views of Sweden's diverse landscapes, including lush forests, serene lakes, and charming countryside villages.
The train distance from Gothenburg to Gävle is 442 km.
To get from Gothenburg to Gävle, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
The train journey from Gothenburg to Gävle covers a distance of 442 km and takes approximately 5h 24m. Trains run 36 per day.
The first train from Gothenburg to Gävle leaves at 0:08.
The last train from Gothenburg to Gävle departs at 23:40.
Trains from Gothenburg to Gävle run approximately 36 times per day.
There is no night train service from Gothenburg to Gävle.
Booking trains from Gothenburg to Gävle in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Gothenburg to Gävle can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The cheapest way to get from Gothenburg to Gävle is by train, costing approximately £27.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gothenburg to Gävle.
Yes, you can take the train from Gothenburg to Gävle.
A day trip from Gothenburg to Gävle is not feasible due to the journey duration of 5h 24m. However, there are 36 train trips available per day for this route.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Gävle

Gothenburg
Gävle
The major train station for departures in Gothenburg is Göteborg Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göteborg Centralstation for your trip from Gothenburg to Gävle.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Espresso House
  • Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
  • Franks gatukök
  • Fruit & Berry
  • Happy M Kitchen
  • Le Croissant
  • Lilla London
  • Metropolitan
  • Mr. Shou
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Hotel
  • Hotel Royal
  • Hotel Pigalle
  • ProfilHotels | Opera
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Opposite the taxi station.
Public transport options for Göteborg Centralstation
  • 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
Göteborg Gamlestaden StationParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
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