- Must visit
Göteborgs konstmuseum
One of the city’s key museums, with Nordic art, design and crafts from earlier centuries to today in a central historic building.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 35 m
Trains on 23 Sept
39
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jönköping to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jönköping to Gothenburg will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Jönköping to Gothenburg you need to make at least one change.
7232 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik · 9 Västtrafik
7220 Västtrafik · 3449 Västtrafik · 3553 Västtrafik
7220 Västtrafik · 3449 Västtrafik · 3553 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik
7212 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik · 9 Västtrafik
7206 Västtrafik · 3435 Västtrafik · 3537 Västtrafik
7248 Västtrafik+
179 SJ
7228 Västtrafik+
169 SJ
7216 Västtrafik+
163 SJ
7252 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik
7248 Västtrafik+
179 SJ+
6 VästtrafikOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jönköping to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 130 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Jönköping to Gothenburg:
A train is £0.77 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Jönköping to Gothenburg costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 8m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Jönköping to Gothenburg trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7220 Västtrafik+ 165 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 10:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h44 | 14:17 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7220 Västtrafik · 3449 Västtrafik · 3553 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik | 11:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 4h03 | 15:04 Gothenburg | 3 changes | |
7220 Västtrafik+ 165 SJ+ 9 Västtrafik | 11:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h49 | 13:50 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7220 Västtrafik · 3449 Västtrafik · 3553 Västtrafik | 11:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h43 | 14:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7224 Västtrafik+ 167 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 11:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h35 | 15:08 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7224 Västtrafik+ 167 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 12:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h49 | 14:50 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7228 Västtrafik+ 169 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 12:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h36 | 16:09 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7228 Västtrafik+ 169 SJ | 13:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h29 | 15:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
7228 Västtrafik+ 169 SJ+ 9 Västtrafik | 13:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h50 | 15:51 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7232 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik · 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 13:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h36 | 17:09 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7232 Västtrafik · 3461 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 14:00 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h50 | 16:50 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7236 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik · 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 14:39 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h27 | 18:06 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7236 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 15:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h52 | 17:53 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7238 Västtrafik · 3467 Västtrafik · 3569 Västtrafik · 29 Västtrafik | 15:09 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 4h27 | 19:36 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 5 changes | |
7238 Västtrafik · 3467 Västtrafik · 3569 Västtrafik | 15:32 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h12 | 18:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7238 Västtrafik · 3467 Västtrafik · 3569 Västtrafik · 9 Västtrafik | 15:32 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h31 | 19:03 Gothenburg | 3 changes | |
7240 Västtrafik+ 175 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 15:39 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h37 | 19:16 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7240 Västtrafik+ 175 SJ+ 9 Västtrafik | 16:02 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h51 | 18:53 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7242 Västtrafik · 3471 Västtrafik · 3573 Västtrafik · 29 Västtrafik | 16:09 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 4h26 | 20:35 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 5 changes | |
7242 Västtrafik · 3471 Västtrafik · 3573 Västtrafik | 16:36 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h08 | 19:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7242 Västtrafik · 3471 Västtrafik · 3573 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik | 16:36 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h28 | 20:04 Gothenburg | 3 changes | |
7244 Västtrafik+ 177 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 16:39 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h36 | 20:15 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7244 Västtrafik+ 177 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 17:03 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h46 | 19:49 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7248 Västtrafik+ 443 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 17:39 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h51 | 21:30 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7248 Västtrafik+ 179 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 17:39 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h51 | 21:30 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7248 Västtrafik+ 179 SJ | 18:03 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h27 | 20:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
7248 Västtrafik+ 179 SJ+ 6 Västtrafik | 18:03 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h46 | 20:49 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7252 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik · 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 18:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h56 | 22:29 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7252 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik | 19:02 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h46 | 21:48 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7256 Västtrafik+ 183 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 19:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 4h00 | 23:33 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7256 Västtrafik+ 183 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 20:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h47 | 22:48 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7260 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik · 29 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 20:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h58 | 0:31 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7260 Västtrafik · 3489 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik | 21:02 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h03 | 0:05 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7264 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik · 17 Västtrafik · 42 Västtrafik | 21:43 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h48 | 1:31 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7264 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik · 3 Västtrafik | 22:04 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h57 | 1:01 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7204 Västtrafik+ 157 SJ+ 9 Västtrafik | 6:28 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h22 | 9:50 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7206 Västtrafik · 3435 Västtrafik · 3537 Västtrafik | 7:33 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h11 | 10:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7206 Västtrafik · 3435 Västtrafik · 3537 Västtrafik · 6 Västtrafik | 7:33 Jönköping Centralstation | 3h35 | 11:08 Gothenburg | 3 changes | |
1 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7212 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik · 29 Västtrafik | 8:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h44 | 12:17 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7212 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik · 9 Västtrafik | 9:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h49 | 11:50 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
1 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7216 Västtrafik+ 163 SJ+ 29 Västtrafik | 9:33 Jönköping, Skogskyrkogården | 3h44 | 13:17 Göteborg Berghöjdsgatan | 4 changes | |
7216 Västtrafik+ 163 SJ+ 9 Västtrafik | 10:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h49 | 12:50 Gothenburg | 2 changes | |
7216 Västtrafik+ 163 SJ | 10:01 Jönköping Centralstation | 2h29 | 12:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
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Trains from Jönköping to Gothenburg run on average 42 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 42 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Discover the best of Gothenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gothenburg trip today.
One of the city’s key museums, with Nordic art, design and crafts from earlier centuries to today in a central historic building.
A major science centre with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibits. Ideal for curious visitors and families.
A maritime museum afloat, with historic ships and a submarine to explore. Worth visiting for naval history and a different museum experience.
The city’s best-known boulevard, lined with cultural venues, public spaces and grand buildings. A classic route for walking through central Gothenburg.
A historic district of wooden houses, cobbled lanes and independent shops. Worth visiting for atmosphere and an easy walk near the centre.
A large landscaped park with lawns, woodland paths and a hilltop viewpoint. A local favourite for walks, picnics and sunset city views.
Classic open prawn sandwich on bread with mayonnaise, egg and salad. A west coast staple showcasing fresh North Sea prawns.
Creamy fish and shellfish soup, often with salmon, white fish, prawns and mussels. A signature dish in Gothenburg’s seafood tradition.
Freshly cooked langoustines from the Bohuslän coast, prized in Gothenburg fish markets and restaurants for their sweet, delicate flavour.
Refined Nordic dining with tasting menus and a polished yet relaxed room. Good choice for a special evening in the city centre.
Classic seafood restaurant in Feskekôrka known for shellfish platters and west coast fish in a lively market setting.
Popular casual spot serving generous Swedish classics such as meatballs and herring in a welcoming, old-fashioned atmosphere.
Gothenburg is pricier than many European city breaks, with higher hotel, dining and transport costs, though lunch deals and public transport can help.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jönköping to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Jönköping to Gothenburg trains use the Jönköping Centralstation to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Domkyrkan. Use this guide to compare Jönköping and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Jönköping 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 Tegel, Aqua Dinner & Drinks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Jönköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Jönköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jönköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Jönköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jönköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Vox Hotel, Elite Stora Hotellet, Clarion Collection Hotel Victoria.
Rocksjön station is 2 km from Jönköping city centre. Public transport options include:
Rocksjön station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Rocksjön station.
Available at Rocksjön station: Parking, WC.
Available at Rocksjön station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rocksjön station.
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.
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