- Must visit
Flygvapenmuseum
Sweden’s national museum of military aviation with historic aircraft, interactive exhibitions and the recovered DC-3. A standout visit in Linköping.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Linköping will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Gothenburg to Linköping you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Trains from Gothenburg to Linköping run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Gothenburg to Linköping.
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Linköping trains for today, Friday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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13482 Västtrafik+ 27604 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 18816 Östgötatrafiken · 8716 Östgötatrafiken | 20:16 Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h28 | 8:44 Linköping Central Station | 4 changes | |
2052 VR+ 521 SJ Snabbtåg | 20:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h41 | 8:05 Linköping Central Station | 1 change | |
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3402 Västtrafik · 7209 Västtrafik+ 27608 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8724 Östgötatrafiken | 0:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h14 | 10:44 Linköping Central Station | 4 changes | |
164 SJ+ 7209 Västtrafik+ 526 SJ | 5:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h26 | 9:55 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
164 SJ+ 8163 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 8722 Östgötatrafiken | 5:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 10:14 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
3426 Västtrafik · 7217 Västtrafik+ 27612 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 8732 Östgötatrafiken | 6:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h14 | 12:44 Linköping Central Station | 4 changes | |
168 SJ Regional+ 7217 Västtrafik+ 530 SJ Snabbtåg | 7:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h23 | 11:52 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
168 SJ Regional+ 4128 Mälartåg · 12127 Mälartåg | 7:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h20 | 13:49 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
168 SJ Regional+ 7217 Västtrafik+ 18832 Östgötatrafiken+ 27612 Jönköpings länstrafik | 7:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h15 | 12:44 Linköping Central Station | 4 changes | |
170 SJ Regional+ 7223 Västtrafik+ 532 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h23 | 12:52 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
3536 Västtrafik · 3440 Västtrafik · 7225 Västtrafik+ 27616 Jönköpings länstrafik | 9:16 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h28 | 14:44 Linköping Central Station | 5 changes | |
172 SJ Regional+ 8169 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 8738 Östgötatrafiken | 9:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 14:14 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
172 SJ Regional+ 7225 Västtrafik+ 534 SJ Snabbtåg | 9:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h26 | 13:55 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
430 SJ Snabbtåg+ 12135 Mälartåg | 10:11 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h40 | 15:51 Linköping Central Station | 1 change | |
174 SJ Regional+ 7229 Västtrafik+ 536 SJ Snabbtåg | 10:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h23 | 14:52 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
174 SJ Regional+ 8171 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 8746 Östgötatrafiken | 10:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h45 | 16:14 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+ 538 SJ Snabbtåg | 11:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h25 | 15:55 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
3446 Västtrafik · 7233 Västtrafik+ 18848 Östgötatrafiken+ 27620 Jönköpings länstrafik | 11:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h14 | 16:44 Linköping Central Station | 4 changes | |
3548 Västtrafik · 3452 Västtrafik · 7241 Västtrafik+ 27624 Jönköpings länstrafik | 12:16 Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h28 | 18:44 Linköping Central Station | 5 changes | |
178 SJ Regional+ 7237 Västtrafik+ 540 SJ Snabbtåg | 12:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h23 | 16:52 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
2038 VR+ 12143 Mälartåg | 13:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h25 | 17:49 Linköping Central Station | 1 change | |
180 SJ Regional+ 7241 Västtrafik+ 542 SJ Snabbtåg | 13:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h26 | 17:55 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
180 SJ Regional+ 8173 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 8754 Östgötatrafiken | 13:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h45 | 18:14 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
438 SJ+ 12151 Mälartåg | 14:11 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h38 | 19:49 Linköping Central Station | 1 change | |
3556 Västtrafik · 3458 Västtrafik · 7249 Västtrafik+ 27628 Jönköpings länstrafik | 14:16 Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h28 | 20:44 Linköping Central Station | 5 changes | |
182 SJ+ 7245 Västtrafik+ 544 SJ | 14:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h25 | 18:54 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
182 SJ+ 7245 Västtrafik+ 306 Snälltåget | 14:29 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h53 | 19:22 Linköping Central Station | 2 changes | |
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Sweden’s national museum of military aviation with historic aircraft, interactive exhibitions and the recovered DC-3. A standout visit in Linköping.
Open-air museum with historic wooden buildings, craft shops and period interiors. Ideal for understanding local life and architecture.
Museum in Linköping Castle presenting regional history, interiors and exhibitions. A compact but rewarding stop in the historic centre.
Historic open-air district of cobbled lanes and wooden houses, with museums, gardens and workshops. One of the city’s most atmospheric walking areas.
Central square framed by civic buildings, shops and regular city life. A practical and lively place to start exploring central Linköping on foot.
Large green park near the city centre with lawns, paths and seasonal planting. Popular for relaxed walks, picnics and a break between sights.
Ostkaka is a baked Swedish curd cheesecake, often served with jam and cream. It is a classic dessert in Östergötland and nearby regions.
Raggmunk are crisp potato pancakes traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries. They are a beloved Swedish comfort food eaten across Östergötland.
Kroppkakor are potato dumplings filled with pork and onion, usually served with butter and lingonberries. They are a traditional dish in southern and eastern Sweden.
Refined dining in central Linköping with seasonal tasting menus and a polished, intimate atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant with carefully prepared Nordic-inspired dishes and a calm fine dining feel.
Well-known brewery venue serving house beer and hearty food in a lively, modern pub setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local buses are reasonable and Linköping is often less costly than Stockholm or Gothenburg.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Most Gothenburg to Linköping trains use the Göteborg Centralstation to Linköping Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Linköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
Göteborg Domkyrkan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars are present in the station.
Free wifi is available at the station. ATMs are aTMs are located in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Domkyrkan.
Available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Linköping 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 Hamlet, Yogi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
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