- Must visit
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 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 25 m
Trains on 19 Sept
31
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Värnamo to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Värnamo to Gothenburg will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 31 trains from Värnamo to Gothenburg, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 241 Jönköpings länstrafik+
324 SJ
7637 Jönköpings länstrafik+
490 SJ
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7637 Jönköpings länstrafik+
490 SJ
7639 Jönköpings länstrafik+
492 SJ
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7639 Jönköpings länstrafik+
492 SJ
10344 SJ+
100 Västtrafik
328 SJ+
100 Västtrafik
332 SJ+
100 Västtrafik
10344 SJ
328 SJOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Värnamo to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £29.
Distance: 137 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Värnamo to Gothenburg:
A train is £13 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Värnamo to Gothenburg costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 7m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £10. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Värnamo to Gothenburg trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
134 Jönköpings länstrafik · 500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7206 Västtrafik · 3435 Västtrafik | 5:28 Värnamo station | 5h16 | 10:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 changes | |
500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7206 Västtrafik · 3435 Västtrafik · 3537 Västtrafik | 5:54 Värnamo station | 4h50 | 10:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 241 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 322 SJ | 6:49 Värnamo station | 3h46 | 10:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7212 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik | 7:14 Värnamo station | 4h16 | 11:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7630 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7212 Västtrafik · 3441 Västtrafik | 7:36 Värnamo station | 3h54 | 11:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
322 SJ | 7:44 Värnamo station | 2h51 | 10:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
322 SJ+ 100 Västtrafik | 7:44 Värnamo station | 2h46 | 10:30 Gothenburg | 1 change | |
526 SJ+ 7216 Västtrafik+ 163 SJ+ 17655 Jönköpings länstrafik | 7:47 Värnamo station | 4h43 | 12:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
242 Jönköpings länstrafik · 136 Jönköpings länstrafik · 500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7216 Västtrafik | 7:50 Värnamo station | 4h40 | 12:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 changes | |
500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7216 Västtrafik+ 163 SJ | 8:17 Värnamo station | 4h13 | 12:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
134 Jönköpings länstrafik · 500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7220 Västtrafik+ 165 SJ | 8:37 Värnamo station | 4h53 | 13:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7220 Västtrafik+ 165 SJ | 9:17 Värnamo station | 4h13 | 13:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7633 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 486 SJ | 9:48 Värnamo station | 4h02 | 13:50 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7633 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 486 SJ | 10:20 Värnamo station | 3h30 | 13:50 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 241 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 332 SJ | 10:48 Värnamo station | 3h07 | 13:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7228 Västtrafik+ 169 SJ | 11:17 Värnamo station | 4h13 | 15:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
332 SJ | 11:47 Värnamo station | 2h08 | 13:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
134 Jönköpings länstrafik · 500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7236 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik | 12:49 Värnamo station | 4h41 | 17:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 241 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 336 SJ | 12:49 Värnamo station | 3h06 | 15:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7236 Västtrafik · 3465 Västtrafik | 13:17 Värnamo station | 4h13 | 17:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7634 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7238 Västtrafik · 3467 Västtrafik · 3569 Västtrafik | 13:42 Värnamo station | 5h02 | 18:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
336 SJ | 13:46 Värnamo station | 2h09 | 15:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 7637 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 20176 Öresundståg | 13:49 Värnamo station | 3h46 | 17:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7238 Västtrafik · 3467 Västtrafik · 3569 Västtrafik | 13:52 Värnamo station | 4h52 | 18:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
500 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7240 Västtrafik+ 175 SJ | 14:17 Värnamo station | 4h13 | 18:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7637 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 20176 Öresundståg | 14:20 Värnamo station | 3h15 | 17:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
177 SJ+ 7612 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7242 Västtrafik | 14:50 Värnamo station | 4h40 | 19:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7612 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 7242 Västtrafik · 3471 Västtrafik · 3573 Västtrafik | 14:50 Värnamo station | 4h54 | 19:44 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
7639 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 20180 Öresundståg | 16:20 Värnamo station | 3h15 | 19:35 Gothenburg Centralstation | 1 change | |
7252 Västtrafik · 3481 Västtrafik+ 500 Jönköpings länstrafik · 134 Jönköpings länstrafik | 16:49 Värnamo station | 4h41 | 21:30 Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 changes | |
10344 SJ | 17:47 Värnamo station | 2h08 | 19:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
202 Jönköpings länstrafik · 132 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 328 SJ | 1:18 Värnamo station | 11h22 | 12:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Värnamo to Gothenburg run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Gothenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gothenburg trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Värnamo 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 Värnamo to Gothenburg trains use the Värnamo station to Göteborg Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Göteborg Domkyrkan. Use this guide to compare Värnamo and Gothenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Värnamo station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Madame Brasserie & Cafe, Restaurang Rosegarden
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Värnamo station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Värnamo station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Värnamo station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Värnamo station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Värnamo station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Värnamo, Hotel Vidöstern Värnamo, Best Western Hotel Värnamo.
Värnamo Rörstorp Station is 2 km from Värnamo city centre. Public transport options include:
Värnamo Rörstorp Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Värnamo Rörstorp Station.
Hånger Skola is 12 km from Värnamo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hånger Skola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Hånger Skola. ATMs are available at Hånger Skola.
Ticket office support is available at Hånger Skola.
Available at Hånger Skola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hånger Skola: The station has basic accessibility features.
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 Domkyrkan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars are present in the station.
Free wifi is available at the station. ATMs are aTMs are located in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Domkyrkan.
Available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Domkyrkan: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Göteborg Grönsakstorget has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Limited dining options at the station
Free Wi-Fi available for passengers. ATMs are aTM services available at the station.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget.
Available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Grönsakstorget: Wheelchair accessible.
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