Skövde to Gothenburg train with SJ

Fri 29 May
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skövde to Gothenburg

Showing times and prices for 29 May

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

1 h 21 m

Average duration

1 h 21 m

Trains per day

109

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Skövde to Gothenburg will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

Of the 109 trains that leave Skövde for Gothenburg every day 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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 · 62047 VR Snabbtåg
    22:001h50
    Skövde Centralstation
    23:50Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • VR2019 VR Snabbtåg
    8:031h25
    Skövde Centralstation
    9:28Gothenburg Centralstation
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • VR2021 VR Snabbtåg
    9:031h25
    Skövde Centralstation
    10:28Gothenburg Centralstation
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • VR2011 VR Snabbtåg
    19:051h23
    Skövde Centralstation
    20:28Gothenburg Centralstation
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3427 Västtrafik
    5:511h51
    Käpplunda vårdcentrum
    7:42Gothenburg Centralstation
    £111One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Skövde to Gothenburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Skövde to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £9.

Distance: 134 km

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Coach

£10

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Cheapest

£42

Average Price

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

Skövde to Gothenburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Skövde to Gothenburg trains for today, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
VR2011 VR Snabbtåg19:05 Skövde Centralstation
1h23
20:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ443 X 200019:13 Skövde Centralstation
1h29
20:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik19:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
21:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik3481 Västtrafik19:49 Skövde Centralstation
1h34
21:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ445 X 200019:50 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h52
21:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ445 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik19:50 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
22:06 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
VR2003 VR Snabbtåg20:00 Skövde Centralstation
1h28
21:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ445 X 200020:17 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
21:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ183 SJ20:20 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h03
22:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ183 SJ20:45 Skövde Centralstation
1h38
22:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ447 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik20:50 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h20
23:10 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ447 X 200020:50 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h52
22:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2047 VR Snabbtåg21:20 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h08
23:28 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ447 X 200021:22 Skövde Centralstation
1h20
22:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ449 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik21:50 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
0:05 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ449 X 200021:50 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h52
23:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik3489 Västtrafik21:53 Skövde Centralstation
1h44
23:37 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2047 VR Snabbtåg21:58 Skövde Centralstation
1h30
23:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3493 Västtrafik22:20 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
0:37 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ449 X 200022:21 Skövde Centralstation
1h21
23:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ451 X 200022:50 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h52
0:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ451 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik22:50 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
1:06 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik3493 Västtrafik23:00 Skövde Centralstation
1h37
0:37 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ451 X 200023:20 Skövde Centralstation
1h22
0:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ451 X 2000+VästtrafikX6 Västtrafik23:20 Skövde Centralstation
1h49
1:09 Gothenburg1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 7201 Västtrafik · 3421 Västtrafik0:51 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
5h32
6:23 Gothenburg Centralstation2 changes
Västtrafik7201 Västtrafik · 3421 Västtrafik4:41 Skövde Centralstation
1h42
6:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik3423 Västtrafik5:17 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
6:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik5:21 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h24
7:45 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik5:21 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h02
7:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3425 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik5:21 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h19
7:40 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik3425 Västtrafik5:47 Skövde Centralstation
1h36
7:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3427 Västtrafik5:51 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h51
7:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 3427 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik5:51 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h07
7:58 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik3427 Västtrafik6:15 Skövde Centralstation
1h27
7:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ155 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik6:21 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
8:46 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ155 SJ+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik6:21 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h25
8:46 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ155 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik6:21 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h19
8:40 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ155 SJ6:21 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h02
8:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ155 SJ6:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
8:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ419 SJ 30006:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
8:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ419 SJ 3000+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik6:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h09
8:58 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
SJ419 SJ 30007:19 Skövde Centralstation
1h23
8:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ157 SJ7:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
9:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2019 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik7:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
9:50 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2019 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik7:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
9:50 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2019 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik7:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h11
9:45 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2019 VR Snabbtåg7:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h54
9:28 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ157 SJ7:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
9:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ421 X 20007:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
9:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
VR2019 VR Snabbtåg8:03 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
9:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ421 X 20008:13 Skövde Centralstation
1h29
9:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ159 SJ8:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
10:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2021 VR Snabbtåg8:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h54
10:28 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2021 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik8:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h18
10:52 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
SJ159 SJ8:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
10:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ423 X 20008:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
10:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
VR2021 VR Snabbtåg9:03 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
10:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ423 X 20009:21 Skövde Centralstation
1h21
10:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ425 X 20009:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
11:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik3445 Västtrafik10:03 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
11:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ163 SJ10:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
12:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ425 X 200010:21 Skövde Centralstation
1h21
11:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ163 SJ10:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
12:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ427 X 200010:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
12:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ165 SJ11:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
13:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ427 X 200011:21 Skövde Centralstation
1h21
12:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ165 SJ11:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
13:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ429 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik11:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
14:06 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ429 X 2000+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik11:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h12
14:01 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ429 X 200011:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
13:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
VR2027 VR Snabbtåg12:00 Skövde Centralstation
1h28
13:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ429 X 200012:17 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
13:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ167 SJ+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik12:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h22
14:41 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ167 SJ12:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
14:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ167 SJ12:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
14:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ431 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik12:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
15:05 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ431 X 200012:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
14:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ169 SJ13:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
15:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ431 X 200013:21 Skövde Centralstation
1h21
14:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ169 SJ13:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
15:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ433 X 200013:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
15:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ433 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik13:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h16
16:05 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
VR2031 VR Snabbtåg14:03 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
15:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ433 X 200014:21 Skövde Centralstation
1h21
15:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ435 X 200014:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
16:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ435 X 200015:17 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
16:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2035 VR Snabbtåg15:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h54
17:28 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2035 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik15:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
17:49 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2035 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik15:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h10
17:44 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ437 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik15:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
18:04 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ437 X 2000+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik15:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h09
17:58 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ437 X 200015:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
17:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ437 X 2000+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik15:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
18:04 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 changes
VR2035 VR Snabbtåg16:04 Skövde Centralstation
1h24
17:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ437 X 200016:17 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
17:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ175 SJ16:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
18:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ175 SJ+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik16:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h26
18:45 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
SJ175 SJ16:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
18:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ439 X 200016:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
18:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ439 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik16:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h18
19:07 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ439 X 2000+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik16:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h18
19:07 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen3 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ439 X 2000+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik16:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h10
18:59 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ177 SJ17:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
19:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ439 X 200017:21 Skövde Centralstation
1h21
18:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2009 VR Snabbtåg17:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h54
19:28 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2009 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik60 Västtrafik17:34 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h13
19:47 Göteborg, Brunnsparken2 changes
SJ177 SJ17:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
19:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ441 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik17:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h17
20:06 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ441 X 200017:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
19:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
VR2009 VR Snabbtåg18:00 Skövde Centralstation
1h28
19:28 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ441 X 200018:17 Skövde Centralstation
1h25
19:42 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ179 SJ18:19 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h04
20:23 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change
SJ179 SJ18:48 Skövde Centralstation
1h35
20:23 Gothenburg Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ443 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik18:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
2h15
21:04 Göteborg, Lilla Bommen2 changes
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SJ443 X 200018:49 Käpplunda vårdcentrum
1h53
20:42 Gothenburg Centralstation1 change

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Overview: Train from Skövde to Gothenburg

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Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg run on average 80 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 1h 22m.

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.
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Distance
134 km
Average train duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
80
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
1h 22m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
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, Västtrafik, VR from Skövde to Gothenburg trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR trains will get you between Skövde and Gothenburg from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SJ

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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
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
£7
SJ frequency
51 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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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
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
£9
Västtrafik frequency
25 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

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
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
£7
VR frequency
7 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

FAQs: Skövde to Gothenburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skövde 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 Skövde to Gothenburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Skövde to Gothenburg covers a distance of 134 km and takes approximately 1h 22m. Trains run 80 per day.
The train distance from Skövde to Gothenburg is 134 km.
The first train from Skövde to Gothenburg leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Skövde to Gothenburg departs at 23:57.
Trains from Skövde to Gothenburg run approximately 80 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Skövde to Gothenburg.
Yes, there is a direct train between Skövde and Gothenburg. The service operates 32 times per day, provided by SJ, Västtrafik, VR.
To get from Skövde to Gothenburg, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Skövde to Gothenburg.
The train station in Skövde that goes to Gothenburg is Skövde Centralstation, and it arrives at Gothenburg Centralstation.
The cheapest way to get from Skövde to Gothenburg is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Skövde 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 Skövde to Gothenburg offers scenic views, including lush forests, idyllic countryside, and picturesque lakes, providing a visually pleasant experience for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Skövde to Gothenburg is feasible. The journey takes 1h 22m, covering 134 km. There are 54 trains per day.
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 Skövde to Gothenburg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Skövde and Gothenburg

Skövde
Gothenburg
The major train station for departures in Skövde is Skövde Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Skövde Centralstation for your trip from Skövde to Gothenburg.
Skövde CentralstationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
541 30 Skövde, Sweden
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available near the station.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurang Sällskapet
  • Restaurang Glädje
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Scandic Billingen
  • Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
  • Quality Hotel Prisma
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, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transport options for Skövde Centralstation
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Regional and long-distance trains
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information
Skövde, Sjukhuset
information

Most popular train connections from Skövde

Skövde to Stockholm train

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