The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
144
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Stockholm will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 144 trains that leave Gothenburg for Stockholm every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
2046 VR Snabbtåg17:323h30Gothenburg Centralstation21:02Stockholm Central Station£291One-way0 changes
2032 VR Snabbtåg10:323h27Gothenburg Centralstation13:59Stockholm Central Station£291One-way0 changes
2042 VR Snabbtåg15:323h30Gothenburg Centralstation19:02Stockholm Central Station£291One-way0 changes
2038 VR Snabbtåg13:323h30Gothenburg Centralstation17:02Stockholm Central Station£291One-way0 changes
180 SJ13:365h08Gothenburg Centralstation18:44Stockholm Central Station£311One-way0 changes
430 X 200010:173h22Gothenburg Centralstation13:39Stockholm Central Station£591One-way0 changes
438 X 200014:173h23Gothenburg Centralstation17:40Stockholm Central Station£381One-way0 changes
426 X 20008:173h25Gothenburg Centralstation11:42Stockholm Central Station£761One-way0 changes
2050 VR Snabbtåg19:323h25Gothenburg Centralstation22:57Stockholm Central Station£511One-way0 changes
436 X 200013:173h26Gothenburg Centralstation16:43Stockholm Central Station£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Gothenburg to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. 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 £16, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 397 km
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Stockholm train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Stockholm trains for tomorrow, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
422 X 2000+ 5 SL+ 60 Västtrafik | 5:56 Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h31 | 10:27 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
422 X 2000 | 6:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h31 | 9:48 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
422 X 2000+ 5 SL | 6:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h10 | 10:27 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
2024 VR Snabbtåg | 6:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 10:02 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
2024 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 6:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 10:34 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
424 X 2000+ 5 SL+ 60 Västtrafik | 6:56 Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h24 | 11:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
424 X 2000 | 7:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 10:43 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
424 X 2000+ 5 SL | 7:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h03 | 11:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
168 SJ | 7:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 12:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
426 X 2000 | 8:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h25 | 11:42 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
426 X 2000+ 5 SL | 8:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 12:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
2028 VR Snabbtåg | 8:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h28 | 12:00 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
2028 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 8:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 12:36 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
170 SJ | 8:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 13:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
170 SJ · 514 X 2000 | 8:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h56 | 12:32 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
170 SJ · 514 X 2000+ 5 SL | 8:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h30 | 13:06 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
428 X 2000+ 5 SL+ 18 Västtrafik | 8:49 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h32 | 13:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
428 X 2000 | 9:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 12:43 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
428 X 2000+ 5 SL | 9:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 13:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
172 SJ | 9:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 14:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
430 X 2000+ 5 SL+ 60 Västtrafik | 9:59 Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h22 | 14:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
430 X 2000 | 10:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h22 | 13:39 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
430 X 2000+ 5 SL | 10:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 14:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
2032 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 10:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 14:36 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
2032 VR Snabbtåg | 10:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 13:59 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
174 SJ | 10:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 15:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
432 X 2000+ 5 SL+ 60 Västtrafik | 11:00 Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h21 | 15:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
432 X 2000 | 11:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 14:43 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
432 X 2000+ 5 SL | 11:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 15:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
434 X 2000+ 5 SL+ 18 Västtrafik | 11:52 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h29 | 16:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
434 X 2000+ 5 SL+ 60 Västtrafik | 12:00 Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 4h21 | 16:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL+ 18 Västtrafik | 12:07 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 4h29 | 16:36 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
434 X 2000 | 12:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 15:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
434 X 2000+ 5 SL | 12:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 16:21 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 12:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 16:36 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
2036 VR Snabbtåg | 12:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 16:02 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
178 SJ | 12:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 17:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 2038 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 13:12 Gothenburg | 4h23 | 17:35 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik+ 2038 VR Snabbtåg | 13:12 Gothenburg | 3h50 | 17:02 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
436 X 2000 | 13:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 16:43 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
436 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h03 | 17:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:20 Gothenburg | 5h00 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:22 Gothenburg | 4h58 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
17 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:29 Gothenburg | 4h51 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:30 Gothenburg | 4h50 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2038 VR Snabbtåg | 13:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 17:02 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
438 X 2000+ 5 SL+ X4 Västtrafik | 13:32 Gothenburg | 4h48 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2038 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 13:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h03 | 17:35 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:35 Gothenburg | 4h45 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
180 SJ | 13:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 18:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
17 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:39 Gothenburg | 4h41 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:42 Gothenburg | 4h38 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:50 Gothenburg | 4h30 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:52 Gothenburg | 4h28 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000 | 13:57 Gothenburg | 3h43 | 17:40 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
17 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 13:59 Gothenburg | 4h21 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:00 Gothenburg | 4h20 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik+ 182 SJ · 516 X 2000 | 14:12 Gothenburg | 4h20 | 18:32 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
438 X 2000 | 14:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h23 | 17:40 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
438 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h03 | 18:20 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 182 SJ · 516 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:20 Gothenburg | 4h44 | 19:04 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:22 Gothenburg | 4h57 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
17 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:29 Gothenburg | 4h50 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:30 Gothenburg | 4h49 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:32 Gothenburg | 4h47 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:35 Gothenburg | 4h44 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
182 SJ | 14:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 19:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
182 SJ · 516 X 2000 | 14:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h56 | 18:32 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
182 SJ · 516 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h28 | 19:04 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
17 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:39 Gothenburg | 4h40 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:42 Gothenburg | 4h37 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:50 Gothenburg | 4h29 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:52 Gothenburg | 4h27 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000 | 14:57 Gothenburg | 3h49 | 18:46 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
17 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 14:59 Gothenburg | 4h20 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:00 Gothenburg | 4h19 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 15:02 Gothenburg | 4h32 | 19:34 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 15:05 Gothenburg | 4h29 | 19:34 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
17 Västtrafik+ 2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 15:09 Gothenburg | 4h25 | 19:34 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 15:12 Gothenburg | 4h22 | 19:34 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik+ 2042 VR Snabbtåg | 15:12 Gothenburg | 3h50 | 19:02 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
440 X 2000 | 15:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h29 | 18:46 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
440 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 19:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:20 Gothenburg | 4h59 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
442 X 2000+ 5 SL+ X4 Västtrafik | 15:22 Gothenburg | 4h57 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
17 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:29 Gothenburg | 4h50 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:30 Gothenburg | 4h49 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:32 Gothenburg | 4h47 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 15:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 19:34 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
2042 VR Snabbtåg | 15:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 19:02 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:35 Gothenburg | 4h44 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
184 SJ | 15:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 20:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
17 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:39 Gothenburg | 4h40 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:42 Gothenburg | 4h37 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:50 Gothenburg | 4h29 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:52 Gothenburg | 4h27 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000 | 15:57 Gothenburg | 3h47 | 19:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
18 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 15:59 Gothenburg | 4h20 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL+ X4 Västtrafik | 16:02 Gothenburg | 5h39 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:05 Gothenburg | 5h36 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
17 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:09 Gothenburg | 5h32 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL+ X4 Västtrafik | 16:12 Gothenburg | 5h29 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:14 Gothenburg | 5h27 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
442 X 2000 | 16:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h27 | 19:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
442 X 2000+ 5 SL | 16:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h02 | 20:19 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:20 Gothenburg | 5h21 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL+ 18 Västtrafik | 16:22 Gothenburg | 5h19 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:29 Gothenburg | 5h12 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:32 Gothenburg | 5h09 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:35 Gothenburg | 5h06 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL+ 17 Västtrafik | 16:39 Gothenburg | 5h02 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:42 Gothenburg | 4h59 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:44 Gothenburg | 4h57 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:50 Gothenburg | 4h51 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:52 Gothenburg | 4h49 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 16:59 Gothenburg | 4h42 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL+ X4 Västtrafik | 17:02 Gothenburg | 4h39 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 17:06 Gothenburg | 4h35 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
17 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 17:09 Gothenburg | 4h32 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg | 17:12 Gothenburg | 3h50 | 21:02 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL+ X4 Västtrafik | 17:12 Gothenburg | 4h29 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 17:14 Gothenburg | 4h27 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:21 Gothenburg | 4h56 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:22 Gothenburg | 4h55 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:29 Gothenburg | 4h48 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 17:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h09 | 21:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:32 Gothenburg | 4h45 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg | 17:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h30 | 21:02 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
188 SJ | 17:36 Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h08 | 22:44 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:36 Gothenburg | 4h41 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
17 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:39 Gothenburg | 4h38 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X4 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:42 Gothenburg | 4h35 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
18 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:44 Gothenburg | 4h33 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X6 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:51 Gothenburg | 4h26 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000 | 17:57 Gothenburg | 3h46 | 21:43 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
18 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 17:59 Gothenburg | 4h18 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
X3 Västtrafik · 3474 Västtrafik+ 518 X 2000 | 18:12 Gothenburg | 4h17 | 22:29 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
446 X 2000 | 18:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h26 | 21:43 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
446 X 2000+ 5 SL | 18:17 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h00 | 22:17 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
X6 Västtrafik · 3474 Västtrafik+ 518 X 2000+ 5 SL | 18:21 Gothenburg | 4h50 | 23:11 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 changes | |
518 X 2000+ 3474 Västtrafik | 18:37 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h52 | 22:29 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3474 Västtrafik+ 518 X 2000+ 5 SL | 18:37 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h34 | 23:11 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 changes | |
2050 VR Snabbtåg | 19:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3h25 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
2050 VR Snabbtåg+ 5 SL | 19:32 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4h04 | 23:36 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Stockholm
Trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm run on average 43 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SJ, VR, FlixTrain, Tågab, Snälltåget, Västtrafik, Malartag, VR Snabbtåg from Gothenburg to Stockholm trainsSJ, VR, FlixTrain, Tågab, Snälltåget, Västtrafik, Malartag, VR Snabbtåg trains will get you between Gothenburg and Stockholm from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm
Taking the train to Stockholm from Gothenburg is a fast and straightforward journey with over 30 departures a day. All services are direct with journey times that range from approximately three hours to just under five hours. A similar timetable operates from Monday to Friday while there is a slightly reduced service at the weekend. Trains depart from Gothenburg Central Station and services terminate at Stockholm Central Station.
Which train companies travel from Gothenburg to Stockholm?
Train routes from Gothenburg to Stockholm are provided by SJ and MTR. SJ is one of the leading passenger service providers in Sweden while MTR provides intercity trains between the country's main cities. Both are high-speed services with comfortable rolling stock. Onboard facilities include quiet carriages, WiFi, power outlets, wheelchair lifts and bistros.
How long is the train from Gothenburg to Stockholm?
The fastest train journey between the two cities of Gothenburg and Stockholm takes just three hours to complete while other departures can take up to five hours to arrive at their destination. All routes are direct.
How many trains are there from Gothenburg to Stockholm?
From Monday to Friday, there are over 30 direct trains a day to Stockholm from Gothenburg. The first train leaves Gothenburg in the early morning and there are then up to three departures an hour until the mid-evening. On Saturdays and Sundays, there are slightly fewer trains.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm?
Departure train station: All trains from Gothenburg to Stockholm depart from Gothenburg Central Station. Housed in an attractive historic building, it is the oldest railway station in Sweden still in use. It is centrally located for the town and served by a network of local buses and trams. Station facilities include a taxi rank, car and bicycle parking, WiFi, toilets, a pharmacy and bank, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Arrival train station: All trains to Stockholm from Gothenburg arrive at Stockholm Central Station. This is the largest in Sweden and noted for its eco-friendly credentials. It is part of a local transport network that includes taxis, buses, trains and Metro services as well as the Arlanda Airport Express. Among the facilities at Stockholm Central Station are car and bicycle parking, WiFi, toilets, left luggage lockers, shops, cafes and restaurants.
FAQs: Gothenburg to Stockholm train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Stockholm
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
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