How to get from Stockholm to Gothenburg
Stockholm to Gothenburg is 406 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 4h 49m by train. The trip takes 6h 05m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Stockholm to Gothenburg by price and travel time (route calculated on 30 October 2026).
- 11 bus departures a day with FlixBus
- First bus at 08:50, last at 23:55
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
4h 49m
direct
Train
€42
Cheapest
6h 05m
direct
Bus
€25
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 30 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Stockholm to Gothenburg. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 05m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 406 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
406 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €56Checked Oct 28 | 7h 45mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €19Omio catalogue, Oct 31 | 4h 49mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €26Omio catalogue, Oct 31 | 6h 05mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€56Checked Oct 287h 45m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€19Omio catalogue, Oct 314h 49m · directSee Train details
- Bus€26Omio catalogue, Oct 316h 05m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Stockholm 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.
- 1Stockholm → Gothenburg Landvetterbus
FlixBus·6h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest flight fare by month, Stockholm to Gothenburg
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €64 | |
| December 2026 | €56 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Stockholm to Gothenburg
FlixBus runs 11 scheduled departures a day, the first at 08:50 and the last at 23:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 11 | 08:50 | 23:55 |
| SJtrain | 8 | 07:41 | 17:42 |
All departures FlixBus
- 08:50
- 09:50
- 11:50
- 13:05
- 14:05
- 16:05
- 20:55
- 21:10
- 21:55
- 22:10
- 23:55
All departures SJ
- 07:41
- 08:41
- 09:41
- 10:41
- 13:41
- 14:40
- 15:41
- 17:42
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 31
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusStockholm-Gothenburg LandvetterBook →SJStockholm-GothenburgBook →
SASStockholm Arlanda-Göteborg Landvetter AirportSee live options and dates →Airport shuttle busGöteborg Landvetter Airport-GothenburgBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, SJ, SAS, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Stockholm to Gothenburg works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 30 October 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Stockholm to Gothenburg Landvetter, about 6h 5m. In total it's roughly €25 over 6h 5m, direct, no transfers.
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Stockholm to Gothenburg: common questions
How long does it take to get from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
Routavio's route check on 30 October 2026 puts the most useful route at about 6h 05m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 08:50 and the last at 23:55, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
Routavio's timetable check shows 11 bus departures a day with FlixBus, between 08:50 and 23:55.
When is the first train from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
The first train with SJ leaves at 07:41 and the last at 17:42, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
Routavio's timetable check shows 8 train departures a day with SJ, between 07:41 and 17:42.
How far is Gothenburg from Stockholm?
About 406 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Stockholm to Gothenburg cost?
Routavio's price check puts the route we recommend at €25. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Stockholm to Gothenburg?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, SJ, SAS, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Stockholm to Gothenburg without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 25m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Stockholm to Gothenburg?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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: FlixBus, SJ, SAS, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 30 Oct 2026