Gothenburg to Skövde train with SJ

Tue, 26 May
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Skövde

Showing times and prices for 26 May

Cheapest price

$13

Average price

$28

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 12 m

Trains per day

113

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Skövde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gothenburg to Skövde will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $13.

Fast trains

Of the 113 trains that leave Gothenburg for Skövde every day 47 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • VR2012 VR Snabbtåg
    5:32 AM1h13
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    6:45 AMSkövde Centralstation
    $131One-way
    0 changes
  • VR2032 VR Snabbtåg
    10:32 AM1h13
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    11:45 AMSkövde Centralstation
    $131One-way
    0 changes
  • VR2036 VR Snabbtåg
    12:32 PM1h16
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    1:48 PMSkövde Centralstation
    $131One-way
    0 changes
  • VR2042 VR Snabbtåg
    3:32 PM1h13
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    4:45 PMSkövde Centralstation
    $131One-way
    0 changes
  • Västtrafik3486 Västtrafik
    9:37 PM1h33
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    11:10 PMSkövde Centralstation
    $151One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Gothenburg to Skövde

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a coach costs an average of $12.

Distance: 134 km

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$74

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1h 18m

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30m

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2h 32m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Gothenburg to Skövde train times

The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Skövde trains for today, Monday, 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ434 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik11:53 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h14
2:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ434 X 200012:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h20
1:37 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ434 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
2:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ178 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:18 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h19
2:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
VR2036 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
2:22 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
VR2036 VR Snabbtåg12:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
1:48 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ178 SJ12:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
2:08 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ178 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
2:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ436 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik12:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h14
3:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ436 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
3:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ436 X 20001:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h15
2:32 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ180 SJ1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h29
3:05 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ180 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
3:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ438 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik1:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h14
4:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Västtrafik3104 Västtrafik+SJ438 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik1:54 PM Gothenburg
2h13
4:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ438 X 20002:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h15
3:32 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ438 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
4:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ182 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik2:18 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h19
4:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ182 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik2:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
4:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ182 SJ2:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
4:11 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2042 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:08 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
1h59
5:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+VR2042 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:08 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
1h59
5:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ184 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:13 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h24
5:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ440 X 20003:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h18
4:35 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2042 VR Snabbtåg3:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h13
4:45 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2042 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
5:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ184 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
5:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ184 SJ3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
5:11 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ442 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik3:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h13
6:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ442 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h49
6:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ442 X 20004:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h20
5:37 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3466 Västtrafik4:33 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h42
6:15 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ186 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik4:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h00
6:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ186 SJ4:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
6:08 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+SJ444 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik4:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h14
7:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
SJ444 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik4:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h14
7:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Västtrafik3116 Västtrafik+SJ444 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik4:54 PM Gothenburg
2h12
7:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ444 X 20005:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h15
6:32 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ444 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h49
7:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik13420 Västtrafik5:28 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h31
6:59 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2046 VR Snabbtåg5:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
6:48 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3470 Västtrafik5:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h38
7:15 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3470 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik5:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h59
7:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ446 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik · 18 Västtrafik5:52 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h14
8:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 3474 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik6:12 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h24
8:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ446 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h49
8:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ446 X 20006:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h15
7:32 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 3124 Västtrafik+SJ448 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:36 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h30
9:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Västtrafik3474 Västtrafik6:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h30
8:07 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3474 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik6:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h59
8:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ448 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:50 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h16
9:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Västtrafik3124 Västtrafik+SJ448 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:54 PM Gothenburg
2h12
9:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+SJ192 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:13 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h23
9:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
SJ448 X 20007:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h20
8:37 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ448 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h49
9:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ192 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:19 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h17
9:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ192 SJ7:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
9:11 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ192 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h00
9:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik60 Västtrafik+SJ450 SJ 3000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:59 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken
2h07
10:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ450 SJ 3000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h49
10:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ450 SJ 30008:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h18
9:35 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik13482 Västtrafik8:23 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h42
10:05 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2052 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h04
10:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
VR2052 VR Snabbtåg8:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
9:48 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3486 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik9:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h59
11:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik3486 Västtrafik9:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h33
11:10 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3490 Västtrafik10:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h29
12:06 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3490 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik10:37 PM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h29
1:06 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Tuesday, 26 May
Västtrafik3420 Västtrafik4:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h30
6:07 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3420 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik4:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h00
6:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ420 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik4:53 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
1h59
6:52 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2012 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:08 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
1h59
7:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ400 X 20005:11 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h29
6:40 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ420 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
6:52 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ420 X 20005:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h10
6:27 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2012 VR Snabbtåg5:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h13
6:45 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2012 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
7:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ164 SJ5:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
7:08 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ164 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik5:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
7:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2004 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:10 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h12
8:22 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ422 X 20006:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h20
7:37 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ422 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
8:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
VR2004 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik6:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
8:22 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
VR2004 VR Snabbtåg6:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h16
7:48 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik6:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h36
8:13 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik6:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h00
8:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 60 Västtrafik+VR2006 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:06 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h01
9:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+VR2006 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:06 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h01
9:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
Västtrafik3026 Västtrafik+VR2006 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:09 AM Gothenburg
1h58
9:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ424 X 20007:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h19
8:36 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2006 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
9:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
VR2006 VR Snabbtåg7:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h13
8:45 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ168 SJ7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
9:08 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ168 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik7:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
9:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ426 X 2000+Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik7:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h15
10:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ426 X 20008:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h18
9:35 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ426 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
10:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ170 SJ8:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
10:11 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ170 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik8:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
10:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ428 X 20009:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h15
10:32 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ428 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
11:07 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ172 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
11:37 AM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ172 SJ9:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
11:08 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik · 3038 Västtrafik+VR2032 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h15
12:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum3 changes
SJ430 X 200010:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h15
11:32 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2032 VR Snabbtåg10:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h13
11:45 AM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
VR2032 VR Snabbtåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h35
12:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ174 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h01
12:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
SJ174 SJ10:36 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h32
12:08 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik18 Västtrafik+SJ432 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:52 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
2h15
1:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum2 changes
SJ432 X 200011:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h15
12:32 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
SJ432 X 2000+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h50
1:07 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change
Västtrafik3446 Västtrafik11:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
1h33
1:10 PM Skövde Centralstation0 changesdirect
Västtrafik3446 Västtrafik · 2 Västtrafik11:37 AM Gothenburg Centralstation
2h00
1:37 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Skövde

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Trains from Gothenburg to Skövde run on average 82 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.

There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 1h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
134 km
Average train duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
$9
Trains per day
82
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, VR Snabbtåg from Gothenburg to Skövde trainsSJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, VR Snabbtåg trains will get you between Gothenburg and Skövde from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SJ

About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
$9
SJ frequency
53 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Västtrafik

About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
$12
Västtrafik frequency
26 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
$11
VR frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
$20
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

VR Snabbtåg

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
VR Snabbtåg frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Gothenburg to Skövde train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Skövde by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skövde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Gothenburg to Skövde can start from as little as $9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gothenburg to Skövde is $14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Gothenburg to Skövde is 1h 12m to travel the 134 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Gothenburg to Skövde leaves at 12:02 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Gothenburg to Skövde leaves at 11:55 pm.
Yes, there are 32 direct trains a day from Gothenburg to Skövde with SJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, VR Snabbtåg. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Gothenburg to Skövde, you can count on SJ, Västtrafik, VR, FlixTrain, VR Snabbtåg for the best way to get you to Skövde. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gothenburg and Skövde and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Skövde from Gothenburg is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Gothenburg to Skövde is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Skövde including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Skövde

Gothenburg
Skövde
The major train station for departures in Gothenburg is Göteborg Centralstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göteborg Centralstation for your trip from Gothenburg to Skövde.
Göteborg CentralstationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Drottningtorget 5, 411 03 Gothenburg, Sweden
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Espresso House
  • Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
  • Franks gatukök
  • Fruit & Berry
  • Happy M Kitchen
  • Le Croissant
  • Lilla London
  • Metropolitan
  • Mr. Shou
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Royal
  • Hotel Pigalle
  • ProfilHotels | Opera
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Opposite the taxi station.
Public transport options for Göteborg Centralstation
  • Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
  • Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
  • Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
Göteborg, Lilla Bommen
information
Göteborg Domkyrkan
information

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