How to get from Åmål to Gothenburg
- 154 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
4h 50m
4 transfers
Train + Bus
€46
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Åmål to Gothenburg. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 50m by train, bus, 4 transfers. The two cities are about 154 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
154 km
Åmål to Gothenburg: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Åmål → ÖxneredtrainSJ·57m
- 2Öxnered → ÄlvängentrainVästtrafik·26m
- 3Älvängen → SurtetrainVästtrafik·33m
- 4Surte → KungälvtrainVästtrafik·4m
- 5Kungälv → Gothenburgbus
FlixBus·15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
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Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusKungälv-GothenburgBook →On this route you travel with SJ, Västtrafik, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Åmål to Gothenburg works
Start with a SJ train from Åmål to Öxnered, about 57 min. Transfer in Öxnered and continue by Västtrafik train on to Älvängen (26 min). Transfer in Älvängen and continue by Västtrafik train on to Surte (33 min). Transfer in Surte and continue by Västtrafik train on to Kungälv (4 min). Transfer in Kungälv and continue by FlixBus bus on to Gothenburg (15 min). In total it's roughly €46 over 4h 50m, 4 transfers.
Åmål to Gothenburg: common questions
How long does it take to get from Åmål to Gothenburg?
The most useful route takes about 4h 50m by train, bus, 4 transfers.
Is there a train from Åmål to Gothenburg?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Åmål to Gothenburg?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Gothenburg from Åmål?
About 154 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Åmål to Gothenburg cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €46. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Åmål to Gothenburg?
On this route you travel with SJ, Västtrafik, FlixBus.
Can you get from Åmål to Gothenburg without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 29m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Åmål to Gothenburg?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: SJ, Västtrafik, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026