From London to Gothenburg by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from London to Gothenburg by train. With 6 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between London and Gothenburg

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$185.00

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

London to Gothenburg departure frequency and train timetable

With 6 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 2 hours and 3 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:13 and the last one is at 19:34. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:57, with the last one at 20:03.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from London to Gothenburg?

On this route spanning 1,037 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 20 hours and 7 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between London and Gothenburg

Tickets for travel between London and Gothenburg can be booked 4 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Gothenburg

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Gothenburg.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between London and Gothenburg by train?

The train journey from London to Gothenburg covers 1,037 kilometres in total.

How much does the train from London to Gothenburg cost?

The lowest fare on this route is US$185.00. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my London to Gothenburg train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 4 and a half months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from London to Gothenburg by train?

The fastest journey time is 20 hours and 7 minutes.