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Travel from Gothenburg Central to Stockholm Central by train in 2 hours 53 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Gothenburg Central to Stockholm Central by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Gothenburg Central to Stockholm Central by train is 3 hours 4 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 53 minutes. You'll usually find 17 trains per day traveling the 396 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Stockholm 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 Stockholm Central.
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Book train tickets from Gothenburg Central to Stockholm 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. Or think about buying a Eurail Pass for your adventures in Sweden, if you want another option.
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.
Gothenburg Central to Stockholm Central by train
| First train | 4:40 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 8:18 pm | |
| Departure station | Gothenburg Central | |
| Arrival station | Stockholm Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 13m | |
| Distance | 246 miles (396 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Train and bus operators | Flixbus, Nettbuss |
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Cheap train tickets from Gothenburg Central to Stockholm 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 Gothenburg Central to Stockholm 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.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.