The cheapest and fastest trains from Oslo to Gothenburg
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oslo to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Gothenburg will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 7 trains that leave Oslo for Gothenburg every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.
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385 VyTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Oslo to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £121.
Distance: 255 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £350 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oslo to Gothenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Gothenburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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385 Vy | 07:14 Oslo Central Station | 3h31 | 10:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
387 Vy | 09:14 Oslo Central Station | 3h31 | 12:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
389 Vy | 11:14 Oslo Central Station | 3h31 | 14:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
391 Vy | 13:14 Oslo Central Station | 3h26 | 16:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
395 Vy+ 16 Västtrafik | 15:15 Oslo Central Station | 3h54 | 19:09 Gothenburg | 1 change | |
395 Vy | 15:15 Oslo Central Station | 3h30 | 18:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
397 Vy | 17:10 Oslo Central Station | 3h35 | 20:45 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oslo to Gothenburg
Trains from Oslo to Gothenburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 01:40 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: vy, SJ, Norwegian Railways (VY) from Oslo to Gothenburg trainsvy, SJ, Norwegian Railways (VY) trains will get you between Oslo and Gothenburg from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oslo to Gothenburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oslo and Gothenburg
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Jernbanetorget.
- Egon Byporten
- Bella Bambina Ristorante
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- NOK 10
- Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
- Thon Hotel Opera
- Scandic Byporten
- Cost NOK 50
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Hertz
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for local and regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 9-19 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- Tram: Lines 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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