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Göteborgs konstmuseum
One of the city’s key museums, with Nordic art, design and crafts from earlier centuries to today in a central historic building.
Cheapest price on 19 Oct
£29
Average ticket price on 19 Oct
£52
Fastest journey on 19 Oct
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 19 Oct
4 h 10 m
Trains on 19 Oct
63
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Gothenburg will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Gothenburg you need to make at least one change.
2047 VR+
7859 Arlanda express
451 SJ+
7865 Arlanda express
449 SJ+
7861 Arlanda express
2003 VR+
7785 Arlanda express
447 SJ+
7857 Arlanda express
427 SJ+
7817 Arlanda express
431 SJ+
7825 Arlanda express
429 SJ+
7821 Arlanda express
435 SJ+
7833 Arlanda express
433 SJ+
7829 Arlanda expressTrains from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Gothenburg run on average 98 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:22, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 98 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 1:22 |
Last train 21:29 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Gothenburg trains for tomorrow, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
919 Mälartåg+ 167 SJ | 8:29 Arlanda Central station | 6h01 | 14:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
919 Mälartåg+ 427 SJ | 8:29 Arlanda Central station | 4h18 | 12:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
427 SJ+ 7817 Arlanda express | 8:35 Arlanda Norra station | 4h12 | 12:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
427 SJ+ 7817 Arlanda express | 8:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 12:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
263 SJ+ 2027 VR | 9:08 Arlanda Central station | 4h27 | 13:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2027 VR+ 7721 Arlanda express | 9:11 Arlanda Norra station | 4h24 | 13:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2027 VR+ 7721 Arlanda express | 9:13 Arlanda Södra station | 4h22 | 13:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
925 Mälartåg+ 429 SJ | 9:28 Arlanda Central station | 4h19 | 13:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
429 SJ+ 7821 Arlanda express | 9:35 Arlanda Norra station | 4h12 | 13:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
429 SJ+ 7821 Arlanda express | 9:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 13:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
929 Mälartåg+ 431 SJ | 10:28 Arlanda Central station | 4h19 | 14:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
929 Mälartåg+ 171 SJ+ 3461 Västtrafik | 10:28 Arlanda Central station | 6h02 | 16:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
431 SJ+ 7825 Arlanda express | 10:35 Arlanda Norra station | 4h12 | 14:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
431 SJ+ 7825 Arlanda express | 10:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 14:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
267 SJ+ 2031 VR | 11:08 Arlanda Central station | 4h27 | 15:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2031 VR+ 7737 Arlanda express | 11:11 Arlanda Norra station | 4h24 | 15:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2031 VR+ 7737 Arlanda express | 11:13 Arlanda Södra station | 4h22 | 15:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
933 Mälartåg+ 433 SJ | 11:28 Arlanda Central station | 4h19 | 15:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
433 SJ+ 7829 Arlanda express | 11:35 Arlanda Norra station | 4h12 | 15:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
433 SJ+ 7829 Arlanda express | 11:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 15:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
937 Mälartåg+ 175 SJ | 12:28 Arlanda Central station | 6h02 | 18:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
937 Mälartåg+ 435 SJ | 12:28 Arlanda Central station | 4h19 | 16:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
435 SJ+ 7833 Arlanda express | 12:35 Arlanda Norra station | 4h12 | 16:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
435 SJ+ 7833 Arlanda express | 12:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 16:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
271 SJ+ 2035 VR | 13:08 Arlanda Central station | 4h27 | 17:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2035 VR+ 7753 Arlanda express | 13:11 Arlanda Norra station | 4h24 | 17:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2035 VR+ 7753 Arlanda express | 13:13 Arlanda Södra station | 4h22 | 17:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
941 Mälartåg+ 437 SJ | 13:28 Arlanda Central station | 4h19 | 17:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
941 Mälartåg+ 177 SJ | 13:28 Arlanda Central station | 6h02 | 19:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
437 SJ+ 7837 Arlanda express | 13:35 Arlanda Norra station | 4h12 | 17:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
437 SJ+ 7837 Arlanda express | 13:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 17:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
273 SJ+ 137 Mälartåg+ 177 SJ | 14:09 Arlanda Central station | 5h21 | 19:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
947 Mälartåg+ 179 SJ | 14:28 Arlanda Central station | 6h02 | 20:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
947 Mälartåg+ 439 SJ | 14:28 Arlanda Central station | 4h19 | 18:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
439 SJ+ 7841 Arlanda express | 14:35 Arlanda Norra station | 4h12 | 18:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
439 SJ+ 7841 Arlanda express | 14:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 18:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2009 VR+ 7767 Arlanda express | 14:59 Arlanda Norra station | 4h36 | 19:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2009 VR+ 7767 Arlanda express | 15:01 Arlanda Södra station | 4h34 | 19:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
275 SJ+ 139 Mälartåg+ 179 SJ | 15:08 Arlanda Central station | 5h22 | 20:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
275 SJ+ 2009 VR | 15:08 Arlanda Central station | 4h27 | 19:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
441 SJ+ 7771 Arlanda express | 15:23 Arlanda Norra station | 4h24 | 19:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
441 SJ+ 7771 Arlanda express | 15:25 Arlanda Södra station | 4h22 | 19:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
951 Mälartåg+ 441 SJ | 15:28 Arlanda Central station | 4h19 | 19:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
21 SJ+ 2011 VR | 15:54 Arlanda Central station | 4h41 | 20:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2011 VR+ 7777 Arlanda express | 16:11 Arlanda Norra station | 4h24 | 20:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2011 VR+ 7777 Arlanda express | 16:13 Arlanda Södra station | 4h22 | 20:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
443 SJ+ 7779 Arlanda express | 16:23 Arlanda Norra station | 4h24 | 20:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
443 SJ+ 7779 Arlanda express | 16:25 Arlanda Södra station | 4h22 | 20:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
955 Mälartåg+ 183 SJ | 16:28 Arlanda Central station | 6h02 | 22:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
955 Mälartåg+ 443 SJ | 16:28 Arlanda Central station | 4h19 | 20:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
279 SJ+ 2003 VR | 17:09 Arlanda Central station | 4h26 | 21:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2003 VR+ 7785 Arlanda express | 17:11 Arlanda Norra station | 4h24 | 21:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2003 VR+ 7785 Arlanda express | 17:13 Arlanda Södra station | 4h22 | 21:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
959 Mälartåg · 143 Mälartåg+ 183 SJ | 17:29 Arlanda Central station | 5h01 | 22:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
959 Mälartåg+ 445 SJ | 17:29 Arlanda Central station | 4h18 | 21:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
445 SJ+ 7853 Arlanda express | 17:35 Arlanda Norra station | 4h12 | 21:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
445 SJ+ 7853 Arlanda express | 17:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 21:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
447 SJ+ 7857 Arlanda express | 18:37 Arlanda Södra station | 4h10 | 22:47 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
2047 VR+ 7859 Arlanda express | 19:07 Arlanda Södra station | 4h28 | 23:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
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One of the city’s key museums, with Nordic art, design and crafts from earlier centuries to today in a central historic building.
A major science centre with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibits. Ideal for curious visitors and families.
A maritime museum afloat, with historic ships and a submarine to explore. Worth visiting for naval history and a different museum experience.
The city’s best-known boulevard, lined with cultural venues, public spaces and grand buildings. A classic route for walking through central Gothenburg.
A historic district of wooden houses, cobbled lanes and independent shops. Worth visiting for atmosphere and an easy walk near the centre.
A large landscaped park with lawns, woodland paths and a hilltop viewpoint. A local favourite for walks, picnics and sunset city views.
Classic open prawn sandwich on bread with mayonnaise, egg and salad. A west coast staple showcasing fresh North Sea prawns.
Creamy fish and shellfish soup, often with salmon, white fish, prawns and mussels. A signature dish in Gothenburg’s seafood tradition.
Freshly cooked langoustines from the Bohuslän coast, prized in Gothenburg fish markets and restaurants for their sweet, delicate flavour.
Refined Nordic dining with tasting menus and a polished yet relaxed room. Good choice for a special evening in the city centre.
Classic seafood restaurant in Feskekôrka known for shellfish platters and west coast fish in a lively market setting.
Popular casual spot serving generous Swedish classics such as meatballs and herring in a welcoming, old-fashioned atmosphere.
Gothenburg is pricier than many European city breaks, with higher hotel, dining and transport costs, though lunch deals and public transport can help.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Gothenburg Centralstation -> Brunnsparken, Gothenburg
The most popular day trips by train from Gothenburg are Borås, Alingsås, Varberg, Kungsbacka and Trollhättan. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Gothenburg on Omio.

Borås in western Sweden is known for its textile heritage and large-scale street art. It feels practical and creative, with a compact centre, green spaces and a strong design identity.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 50m.

Alingsås is known for its café culture, wooden town centre and lakeside setting in western Sweden. With 18th-century streets and a relaxed pace, it feels historic, local and closely tied to the Swedish tradition of fika.
There are 35 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 29m.

Varberg is a coastal town on Sweden’s west coast, known for Varberg Fortress, sandy beaches and a lively surfing scene. Its compact centre and old spa tradition give it a relaxed feel, with the sea shaping daily life.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 32m.

Kungsbacka is a small coastal town south of Gothenburg, known for its wooden centre and market square. It has a calm everyday feel, with shops, cafés and easy access to nearby beaches and nature.
There are 68 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 17m.

Trollhättan is known for its locks and waterfalls on the Göta älv, as well as its ties to Saab and Swedish film. It feels practical and easy-going, with industry, river scenery and green spaces close together.
There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 25m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport 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.

Most Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Gothenburg trains use the Stockholm Centralstation to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station. Use this guide to compare Stockholm Arlanda Airport and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station is 3 km from Gothenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Göteborg Gamlestaden Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Parking.
Available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Gamlestaden Station.
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