The cheapest and fastest trains from Oslo to Skövde
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oslo to Skövde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Skövde will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 4 trains that leave Oslo for Skövde every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 39 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oslo to Skövde
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 49m. 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 train costs an average of £28, and a coach costs an average of £40.
Distance: 245 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£47 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oslo to Skövde train times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Skövde trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 03:56 Oslo | 5h39 | 09:35 Skövde | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:11 Oslo | 5h12 | 09:23 Skövde | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:14 Oslo | 5h11 | 15:25 Skövde | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:14 Oslo | 5h08 | 17:22 Skövde | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Oslo to Skövde by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oslo to Skövde
Trains from Oslo to Skövde run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 03:40 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: SJ, vy, Norwegian Railways (VY) from Oslo to Skövde trainsSJ, vy, Norwegian Railways (VY) trains will get you between Oslo and Skövde from £28. 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 Skövde train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Skövde 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 Skövde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oslo and Skövde
- 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
- Parking is available near the station.
- Restaurang Sällskapet
- Restaurang Glädje
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Scandic Billingen
- Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
- Quality Hotel Prisma
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
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