The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Gävle
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
99
Distance
442 km
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 £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Gothenburg to Gävle you need to make at least one change.
452 X 2000 · 590 SJ 3000
188 SJ · 188 SJ+
804 UL+
8476 Mälartåg
424 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000
452 X 2000 · 590 SJ 3000+
25 X-Trafik
168 SJ · 276 SJ
2034 VR Snabbtåg+
278 SJ
2042 VR Snabbtåg+
286 SJ
424 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000
424 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000
434 X 2000 · 580 SJ 3000Travel Information
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 £127.
Distance: 442 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£65 Average Price Cheapest | £298 Average Price |
6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 40m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Gävle train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Gävle trains for today, Saturday 17 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:24 Gothenburg | 6h04 | 13:28 Gävle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:24 Gothenburg | 6h32 | 14:56 Gävle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:24 Gothenburg | 6h03 | 22:27 Gävle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:14 Gothenburg | 13h08 | 07:22 Gävle | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 18 January | |||||
424 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000 | 06:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h25 | 11:42 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
424 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000 | 06:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h25 | 11:42 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
424 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000+ 91 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 06:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h01 | 12:18 Gävle | 3 changes | |
424 X 2000 · 274 SJ | 06:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h39 | 13:56 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
424 X 2000 · 570 SJ 3000+ 241 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 06:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h01 | 12:18 Gävle | 3 changes | |
424 X 2000 · 10 SJ | 06:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h28 | 12:45 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
168 SJ+ 8104 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 2 X-Trafik | 06:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h12 | 12:48 Gävle | 2 changes | |
168 SJ+ 8104 Tåg i Bergslagen | 06:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h50 | 12:26 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
168 SJ+ 8104 Tåg i Bergslagen | 06:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h50 | 12:26 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
168 SJ · 276 SJ | 06:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h20 | 14:56 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
168 SJ · 274 SJ | 06:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h20 | 13:56 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Gävle
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.
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 |
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
VR
Västtrafik
Tågab
TagiBergslagen
Swedish Railways (SJ)
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Gävle
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralplan.
- Restaurang Matildas
- Brända Bocken
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Hotel Winn
- Elite Grand Hotel Gävle
- Scandic CH
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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