Katrineholm to Gothenburg train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Katrineholm to Gothenburg

Showing times and prices for 05 May

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£37

Fastest journey

2 h 29 m

Average duration

2 h 29 m

Trains per day

41

Distance

286 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Katrineholm to Gothenburg will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

Of the 41 trains that leave Katrineholm for Gothenburg every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.

  • VR2047 VR Snabbtåg
    20:472h41
    Katrineholm central station
    23:28Gothenburg Centralstation
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • VR2003 VR Snabbtåg
    18:482h40
    Katrineholm central station
    21:28Gothenburg Centralstation
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • VR2009 VR Snabbtåg
    16:512h37
    Katrineholm central station
    19:28Gothenburg Centralstation
    £181One-way
    0 changes
  • VR2031 VR Snabbtåg
    12:512h37
    Katrineholm central station
    15:28Gothenburg Centralstation
    £181One-way
    0 changes
  • Lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+VR2003 VR Snabbtåg
    18:073h21
    Katrineholm
    21:28Gothenburg Centralstation
    £191One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, flight and coach for Katrineholm to Gothenburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Katrineholm to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £55.

Distance: 286 km

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Live departures

Katrineholm to Gothenburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Katrineholm to Gothenburg trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj441 X 200016:38 Katrineholm
3h04
19:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
vrgroup2009 VR Snabbtåg16:51 Katrineholm central station
2h37
19:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
sj441 X 200017:05 Katrineholm central station
2h37
19:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
malartag139 Mälartåg+sj179 SJ17:13 Katrineholm central station
3h10
20:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
lanstrafiken414 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj443 X 200017:42 Katrineholm
3h00
20:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj443 X 200018:07 Katrineholm central station
2h35
20:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+vrgroup2003 VR Snabbtåg18:07 Katrineholm
3h21
21:28 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj445 X 200018:36 Katrineholm
3h06
21:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
vrgroup2003 VR Snabbtåg18:48 Katrineholm central station
2h40
21:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
sj445 X 200019:09 Katrineholm central station
2h33
21:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj447 X 200019:36 Katrineholm
3h06
22:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj447 X 200020:13 Katrineholm central station
2h29
22:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj449 X 200020:36 Katrineholm
3h06
23:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
vrgroup2047 VR Snabbtåg20:47 Katrineholm central station
2h41
23:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
sj449 X 200021:12 Katrineholm central station
2h30
23:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj451 X 200021:46 Katrineholm
2h56
0:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj451 X 200022:09 Katrineholm central station
2h33
0:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
sj451 X 2000+vasttrafikX6 Västtrafik22:09 Katrineholm central station
3h00
1:09 Gothenburg1 change
sj551 X 2000 · 1 SJ+vasttrafik7202 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik22:18 Katrineholm central station
9h05
7:23 Gothenburg Centralstation3 changes
Tuesday 5 May
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj419 SJ 30005:37 Katrineholm
3h05
8:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj419 SJ 30006:10 Katrineholm central station
2h32
8:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj421 X 20006:36 Katrineholm
3h06
9:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj421 X 20007:05 Katrineholm central station
2h37
9:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken414 Länstrafiken Sörmland+vrgroup2021 VR Snabbtåg7:22 Katrineholm
3h06
10:28 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
vrgroup2021 VR Snabbtåg7:52 Katrineholm central station
2h36
10:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj427 X 20009:43 Katrineholm
2h59
12:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj427 X 200010:13 Katrineholm central station
2h29
12:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj429 X 200010:36 Katrineholm
3h06
13:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj429 X 200011:09 Katrineholm central station
2h33
13:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj431 X 200011:37 Katrineholm
3h05
14:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj431 X 200012:12 Katrineholm central station
2h30
14:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken414 Länstrafiken Sörmland+vrgroup2031 VR Snabbtåg12:32 Katrineholm
2h56
15:28 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj433 X 200012:37 Katrineholm
3h05
15:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
vrgroup2031 VR Snabbtåg12:51 Katrineholm central station
2h37
15:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
sj433 X 200013:13 Katrineholm central station
2h29
15:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj435 X 200013:37 Katrineholm
3h05
16:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj435 X 200014:10 Katrineholm central station
2h32
16:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken780 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj437 X 200014:38 Katrineholm
3h04
17:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj437 X 200015:11 Katrineholm central station
2h31
17:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
lanstrafiken414 Länstrafiken Sörmland+sj439 X 200015:42 Katrineholm
3h00
18:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
sj439 X 200016:09 Katrineholm central station
2h33
18:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Katrineholm to Gothenburg

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Trains from Katrineholm to Gothenburg run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 2h 29m.

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
286 km
Average train duration
2h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
27
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
2h 29m
First train
1:05
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
4 days
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, Tågab, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Katrineholm to Gothenburg trainsSJ, VR, Tågab, Västtrafik, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Katrineholm and Gothenburg from £13. 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
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
£18
SJ frequency
26 a day
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
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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
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
£13
VR frequency
4 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

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
Average Duration
4h 46m
Cheapest Price
£30
Tågab frequency
1 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

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
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£27
Västtrafik frequency
2 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

Swedish Railways (SJ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£41
Swedish Railways (SJ) frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Katrineholm to Gothenburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katrineholm 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Katrineholm to Gothenburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train journey from Katrineholm to Gothenburg covers a distance of 286 km and takes approximately 2h 29m. Trains run 27 per day.
The train distance from Katrineholm to Gothenburg is 286 km.
The first train from Katrineholm to Gothenburg leaves at 1:05.
The last train from Katrineholm to Gothenburg departs at 23:55.
Trains from Katrineholm to Gothenburg run approximately 27 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Katrineholm to Gothenburg.
Yes, there is a direct train between Katrineholm and Gothenburg. The service operates 12 times per day, provided by SJ, VR, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ), Tågab.
To get from Katrineholm to Gothenburg, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.
There is no night train service from Katrineholm to Gothenburg.
The train station in Katrineholm that goes to Gothenburg is Katrineholm central station, and it arrives at Gothenburg Centralstation.
The cheapest way to get from Katrineholm to Gothenburg is by train, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Katrineholm to Gothenburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Katrineholm to Gothenburg offers scenic views, with passengers enjoying glimpses of Sweden's picturesque countryside, including forests, lakes, and charming small towns along the way.
A day trip from Katrineholm to Gothenburg is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 29m. Trains run 25 times per day over a distance of 286 km.
In Gothenburg, you can explore the stunning Gothenburg Archipelago, visit the unique Fish Market (Feskekôrka), and take a scenic boat tour along the Göta Canal. Enjoy a relaxing day at Saltholmen, or discover the Botanical Garden. Don't miss popular sights like Liseberg Amusement Park, Universeum, and the Gothenburg Museum of Art. Stroll through the charming Haga district or unwind in Slottsskogen Park.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Gothenburg is ideal, allowing time to explore its cultural attractions, vibrant dining scene, and picturesque archipelago.
Yes, you can take the train from Katrineholm to Gothenburg.

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Important Stations and Airports in Katrineholm and Gothenburg

Katrineholm
Gothenburg
The major train station for departures in Katrineholm is Katrineholm Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Katrineholm Centralstation for your trip from Katrineholm to Gothenburg.
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Stationsplan 4, 641 45 Katrineholm, Sweden
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from Stationsplan.
Dining
Dining
  • NZ Craft Pies
  • Restaurang Safiren
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • SEK 10
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Statt Katrineholm
  • Dufweholms Herrgård
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-5
  • Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
Public transport options for Katrineholm Centralstation
  • Bus: Several local lines available
  • Train: Regional and long-distance connections
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