The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Gävle
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
98
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Gävle will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 98 trains that leave Stockholm for Gävle every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 158 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 20 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.
40 Pendeltåg · 40K SL+
8480 Mälartåg · 68480 Mälartåg23:383h12Stockholm City station2:50Gävle Centralstation£131One-way3 changes
40 Pendeltåg+
8404 Mälartåg5:082h14Stockholm City station7:22Gävle Centralstation£131One-way1 change
80 SJ7:501h36Stockholm Central Station9:26Gävle Centralstation£151One-way0 changes
274 SJ13:311h25Stockholm Central Station14:56Gävle Centralstation£171One-way0 changes
40 Pendeltåg · 40K SL+
8480 Mälartåg · 68480 Mälartåg23:386h14Stockholm City station5:52Gävle£181One-way4 changes
574 SJ 300012:221h20Stockholm Central Station13:42Gävle Centralstation£281One-way0 changes
584 SJ 300018:231h20Stockholm Central Station19:43Gävle Centralstation£311One-way0 changes
566 SJ 30009:221h21Stockholm Central Station10:43Gävle Centralstation£221One-way0 changes
560 SJ 30006:221h21Stockholm Central Station7:43Gävle Centralstation£241One-way0 changes
576 SJ 300014:221h21Stockholm Central Station15:43Gävle Centralstation£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stockholm to Gävle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 £8, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 158 km
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Live departures
Stockholm to Gävle train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Gävle trains for today, Friday 17 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+ 501 UL+ 2 X-Trafik | 22:11 Stockholm Central Station | 3h09 | 1:20 Gävle | 3 changes | |
982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg · 68472 Mälartåg | 22:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h39 | 0:50 Gävle Centralstation | 2 changes | |
982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+ 501 UL | 22:11 Stockholm Central Station | 3h02 | 1:13 Gävle | 2 changes | |
5 SL+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg | 22:35 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h09 | 2:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 5 changes | |
5 SL+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg | 22:35 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h09 | 2:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 5 changes | |
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg · 40K SL+ 8480 Mälartåg | 23:05 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 7h39 | 6:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 6 changes | |
988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg+ 49 X-Trafik | 23:11 Stockholm Central Station | 3h02 | 2:13 Gävle | 3 changes | |
988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg+ 41 X-Trafik | 23:11 Stockholm Central Station | 3h01 | 2:12 Gävle | 3 changes | |
988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg · 68476 Mälartåg | 23:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h39 | 1:50 Gävle Centralstation | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 18 April | |||||
40 Pendeltåg+ 8404 Mälartåg+ 95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 5:08 Stockholm City station | 2h42 | 7:50 Gävle | 3 changes | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 8404 Mälartåg+ 95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 5:08 Stockholm City station | 2h40 | 7:48 Gävle | 3 changes | |
40 Pendeltåg+ 8404 Mälartåg | 5:08 Stockholm City station | 2h14 | 7:22 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
560 SJ 3000 | 6:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h21 | 7:43 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
560 SJ 3000+ 2 X-Trafik | 6:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h56 | 8:18 Gävle | 1 change | |
560 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik | 6:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h50 | 8:12 Gävle | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 80 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 6:57 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h17 | 10:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
910 Mälartåg · 8412 Mälartåg | 7:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 9:22 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
910 Mälartåg · 8412 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 7:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h31 | 9:42 Gävle | 2 changes | |
910 Mälartåg · 8412 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 7:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h28 | 9:39 Gävle | 2 changes | |
80 SJ+ 95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 7:50 Stockholm Central Station | 2h01 | 9:51 Gävle | 2 changes | |
80 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik | 7:50 Stockholm Central Station | 2h09 | 9:59 Gävle | 1 change | |
80 SJ | 7:50 Stockholm Central Station | 1h36 | 9:26 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
80 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik | 7:50 Stockholm Central Station | 2h12 | 10:02 Gävle | 1 change | |
80 SJ+ 95 X-Trafik · 2 X-Trafik | 7:50 Stockholm Central Station | 1h58 | 9:48 Gävle | 2 changes | |
914 Mälartåg · 8416 Mälartåg | 8:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 10:22 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
914 Mälartåg · 8416 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 8:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h31 | 10:42 Gävle | 2 changes | |
914 Mälartåg · 8416 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 8:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h28 | 10:39 Gävle | 2 changes | |
5 SL+ 566 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 8:47 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2h27 | 11:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 changes | |
566 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 9:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h43 | 11:05 Gävle | 1 change | |
566 SJ 3000 | 9:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h21 | 10:43 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
566 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 9:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h45 | 11:07 Gävle | 1 change | |
266 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 9:32 Stockholm Central Station | 1h49 | 11:21 Gävle | 1 change | |
266 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 9:32 Stockholm Central Station | 1h46 | 11:18 Gävle | 1 change | |
266 SJ | 9:32 Stockholm Central Station | 1h24 | 10:56 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 SL+ 268 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 9:44 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h00 | 12:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 268 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 9:44 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h00 | 12:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
268 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 10:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h50 | 12:21 Gävle | 1 change | |
268 SJ+ 25 X-Trafik | 10:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h43 | 12:14 Gävle | 1 change | |
268 SJ | 10:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 11:56 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 SL+ 270 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 10:49 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2h55 | 13:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 270 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 10:49 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2h55 | 13:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
270 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 11:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 13:18 Gävle | 1 change | |
270 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 11:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h50 | 13:21 Gävle | 1 change | |
270 SJ | 11:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 12:56 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 SL+ 574 SJ 3000+ 99 X-Trafik | 11:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2h31 | 14:13 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 changes | |
10 SJ | 12:11 Stockholm Central Station | 1h39 | 13:50 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
574 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 12:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h45 | 14:07 Gävle | 1 change | |
574 SJ 3000 | 12:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h20 | 13:42 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
574 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 12:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h43 | 14:05 Gävle | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 274 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 12:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h02 | 15:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 274 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 12:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h02 | 15:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
274 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 13:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 15:18 Gävle | 1 change | |
274 SJ | 13:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 14:56 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
274 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 13:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h50 | 15:21 Gävle | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 576 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 13:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2h32 | 16:14 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 changes | |
576 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 14:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h45 | 16:07 Gävle | 1 change | |
576 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 14:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h43 | 16:05 Gävle | 1 change | |
576 SJ 3000 | 14:22 Stockholm Central Station | 1h21 | 15:43 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 SL+ 278 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 14:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h02 | 17:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 278 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 14:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h02 | 17:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
278 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik | 15:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h51 | 17:22 Gävle | 1 change | |
278 SJ | 15:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 16:56 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
278 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 15:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 17:18 Gävle | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 598 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 16:12 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2h32 | 18:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 282 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 16:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h02 | 19:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 282 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 16:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h02 | 19:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
598 SJ 3000 | 16:51 Stockholm Central Station | 1h22 | 18:13 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
598 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik | 16:51 Stockholm Central Station | 1h41 | 18:32 Gävle | 1 change | |
598 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 16:51 Stockholm Central Station | 1h44 | 18:35 Gävle | 2 changes | |
282 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 17:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h49 | 19:20 Gävle | 1 change | |
282 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 17:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 19:18 Gävle | 1 change | |
282 SJ | 17:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 18:56 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
5 SL+ 584 SJ 3000+ 49 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 17:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h02 | 20:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 584 SJ 3000+ 25 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 17:42 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h02 | 20:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
94 SJ | 18:12 Stockholm Central Station | 1h41 | 19:53 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
584 SJ 3000 | 18:23 Stockholm Central Station | 1h20 | 19:43 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
584 SJ 3000+ 25 X-Trafik | 18:23 Stockholm Central Station | 1h51 | 20:14 Gävle | 1 change | |
584 SJ 3000+ 41 X-Trafik | 18:23 Stockholm Central Station | 1h49 | 20:12 Gävle | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 286 SJ+ 41 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 18:49 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2h55 | 21:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
5 SL+ 286 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 18:49 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2h55 | 21:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 changes | |
286 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 19:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h49 | 21:20 Gävle | 1 change | |
286 SJ | 19:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h25 | 20:56 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
286 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 19:31 Stockholm Central Station | 1h47 | 21:18 Gävle | 1 change | |
5 SL+ 92 SJ+ 4 X-Trafik | 19:56 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3h48 | 23:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 changes | |
970 Mälartåg · 8464 Mälartåg | 20:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 22:22 Gävle Centralstation | 1 change | |
970 Mälartåg · 8464 Mälartåg+ 25 X-Trafik | 20:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h23 | 22:34 Gävle | 2 changes | |
92 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 20:37 Stockholm Central Station | 2h13 | 22:50 Gävle | 1 change | |
92 SJ | 20:37 Stockholm Central Station | 1h50 | 22:27 Gävle Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
92 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 20:37 Stockholm Central Station | 2h11 | 22:48 Gävle | 1 change | |
5 SL · 40 Pendeltåg+ 8468 Mälartåg+ 501 UL | 20:41 Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 4h03 | 0:44 Gävle Fyrbovägen | 4 changes | |
976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg+ 501 UL | 21:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h40 | 23:51 Gävle | 2 changes | |
976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg · 68468 Mälartåg+ 41 X-Trafik | 21:11 Stockholm Central Station | 3h01 | 0:12 Gävle | 3 changes | |
976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg+ 501 UL+ 41 X-Trafik | 21:11 Stockholm Central Station | 3h01 | 0:12 Gävle | 3 changes | |
976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg · 68468 Mälartåg | 21:11 Stockholm Central Station | 2h39 | 23:50 Gävle Centralstation | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Stockholm to Gävle
Trains from Stockholm to Gävle run on average 89 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 89 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
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FAQs: Stockholm to Gävle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Gävle 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 Gävle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockholm and Gävle
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Swedenborgsgatan.
- Pelikan
- Kvarnen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Hotel Rival
- Clarion Hotel Stockholm
- Hilton Stockholm Slussen
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and commuter destinations
- Metro: Line 13, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralplan.
- Restaurang Matildas
- Brända Bocken
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Hotel Winn
- Elite Grand Hotel Gävle
- Scandic CH
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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