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Travel from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central by train in 2 hours 54 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central by train is 3 hours 44 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 54 minutes. You'll usually find 19 trains per day traveling the 396 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Gothenburg Central. As the main train operator on this route, you're likely to be traveling on a service operated by FlixTrain for all or at least part of your journey to Gothenburg Central.

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Book train tickets from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £9.98. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.

Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central by train

First train

6:00 am

Last train

11:17 pm

Departure station

Stockholm Central

Arrival station

Gothenburg Central

Journey time

From 3h 29m

Distance

246 miles (396 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train and bus operators

Flixbus, Nettbuss

FAQs about the train journey from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central

Want to know more about your journey from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Gothenburg Central from Stockholm Central?

To travel to Gothenburg Central from Stockholm Central, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 18 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 3 hours and 29 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information on routes and timetables.

How long is the train ride from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central?

Trains from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central take an average of 4 hours and 18 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours and 29 minutes. You'll usually find 19 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Stockholm Central and Gothenburg Central by train?

The quickest journey time between Stockholm Central and Gothenburg Central by train is 3 hours and 29 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central?

Yes there are direct trains running from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central, you’ll usually find around 15 per day traveling on this route.

Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central train times

Check out the next trains departing from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central for Tuesday Apr 29th 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
8:07 am11:41 am3h 34m, direct
9:07 am12:41 pm3h 34m, direct
10:12 am1:41 pm3h 29m, direct
10:14 am2:57 pm4h 43m, 1 change
12:06 pm3:41 pm3h 35m, direct
1:07 pm4:41 pm3h 34m, direct
2:01 pm5:41 pm3h 40m, direct
3:03 pm6:41 pm3h 38m, direct
4:04 pm7:41 pm3h 37m, direct
5:07 pm8:41 pm3h 34m, direct

Cheap train tickets from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Stockholm Central to Gothenburg Central by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.


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