The cheapest and fastest trains from Oslo to Motala
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oslo to Motala is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Motala will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Oslo to Motala you need to make at least one change.
674 SJ+
8177 Tåg i Bergslagen14:366h52Oslo Central Station21:28Motala, Centralstation£331One-way1 change
626 SJ 3000 · 672 SJ+
8175 Tåg i Bergslagen5:5613h29Oslo Central Station19:25Motala, Centralstation£401One-way2 changes
626 SJ 3000 · 660 SJ+
8169 Tåg i Bergslagen5:567h32Oslo Central Station13:28Motala, Centralstation£401One-way2 changes
660 SJ+
8169 Tåg i Bergslagen7:276h01Oslo Central Station13:28Motala, Centralstation£461One-way1 change
660 SJ · 672 SJ+
8175 Tåg i Bergslagen7:2711h58Oslo Central Station19:25Motala, Centralstation£491One-way2 changes
638 SJ 3000+
8173 Tåg i Bergslagen11:465h42Oslo Central Station17:28Motala, Centralstation£851One-way1 change
660 SJ+
8169 Tåg i Bergslagen7:276h01Oslo Central Station13:28Motala, Centralstation£461One-way1 change
674 SJ+
8177 Tåg i Bergslagen14:366h52Oslo Central Station21:28Motala, Centralstation£331One-way1 change
626 SJ 3000+
2119 Mälartåg+
8731 Östgötatrafiken5:566h59Oslo Central Station12:55Motala, Centralstation£811One-way2 changes
626 SJ 3000 · 660 SJ+
8169 Tåg i Bergslagen5:567h32Oslo Central Station13:28Motala, Centralstation£401One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oslo to Motala
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Motala among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, and a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 288 km
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£49 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oslo to Motala train times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Motala trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:36 Oslo | 6h52 | 20:28 Motala | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
626 SJ 3000+ 8731 Östgötatrafiken+ 2119 Mälartåg | 5:56 Oslo Central Station | 6h59 | 12:55 Motala, Centralstation | 2 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 672 SJ+ 8175 Tåg i Bergslagen | 5:56 Oslo Central Station | 13h29 | 19:25 Motala, Centralstation | 2 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 638 SJ 3000+ 8173 Tåg i Bergslagen | 5:56 Oslo Central Station | 11h32 | 17:28 Motala, Centralstation | 2 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 660 SJ+ 8169 Tåg i Bergslagen | 5:56 Oslo Central Station | 7h32 | 13:28 Motala, Centralstation | 2 changes | |
660 SJ · 672 SJ+ 8175 Tåg i Bergslagen | 7:27 Oslo Central Station | 11h58 | 19:25 Motala, Centralstation | 2 changes | |
660 SJ+ 8169 Tåg i Bergslagen | 7:27 Oslo Central Station | 6h01 | 13:28 Motala, Centralstation | 1 change | |
660 SJ · 638 SJ 3000+ 8173 Tåg i Bergslagen | 7:27 Oslo Central Station | 10h01 | 17:28 Motala, Centralstation | 2 changes | |
638 SJ 3000 · 672 SJ+ 8175 Tåg i Bergslagen | 11:46 Oslo Central Station | 7h39 | 19:25 Motala, Centralstation | 2 changes | |
638 SJ 3000+ 8173 Tåg i Bergslagen | 11:46 Oslo Central Station | 5h42 | 17:28 Motala, Centralstation | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oslo to Motala
Trains from Oslo to Motala run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SJ from Oslo to Motala trainsSJ trains will get you between Oslo and Motala from £33. 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 Motala train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Motala 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 Motala, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oslo and Motala
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access via Verkstadsgatan.
- Restaurang Sjöbris
- Hamnkrogen Motala
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- SEK 10
- Hotell Nostalgi
- Best Western Motala Stadshotell
- Medevi Brunn
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Stockholm and Örebro
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Stockholm and Örebro
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