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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £76, while a flight costs an average of £382.
Distance: 747 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price Cheapest | £382 Average Price | £101 Average Price | £224 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 47m Average total duration 17h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Dortmund to Gothenburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Gothenburg:
A train is £25 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dortmund to Gothenburg costing on average £101.
A train is £306 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Gothenburg costing on average £382.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 21m.
Coach takes on average 17h 47m.
Tickets start at around £76 compared to roughly £224 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £148. The journey takes 11h 51m versus 11h 38m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Gothenburg from Dortmund by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Dortmund to Gothenburg is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Gothenburg are Borås, Jönköping and Alingsås. 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.
Jönköping sits at the southern end of Lake Vättern, with a relaxed city centre and a strong outdoor feel. It is best known for its match industry history and Elmia’s major trade fairs, which give the city both industrial roots and a modern business profile.
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.
Travel to Gothenburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Gothenburg.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Gothenburg:
A train is £25 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dortmund to Gothenburg costing on average £101.
A train is £306 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Gothenburg costing on average £382.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 21m.
Coach takes on average 17h 47m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Gothenburg as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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