What is the cheapest way to get from Vänern to Gothenburg?

The cheapest way to get from Vänern to Gothenburg is to train which costs 90 kr - 210 kr and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Vänern to Gothenburg?

The fastest way to get from Vänern to Gothenburg is to train which takes 57 min and costs 90 kr - 210 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Vänern and Gothenburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lidköping station station and arriving at Göteborg Åkareplatsen. Services depart six times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Vänern and Gothenburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vänersborg, Centralstation station and arriving at Göteborg Centralstation station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Vänern to Gothenburg?

The distance between Vänern and Gothenburg is 83 km. The road distance is 247.3 km.

How do I travel from Vänern to Gothenburg without a car?

The best way to get from Vänern to Gothenburg without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs 90 kr - 210 kr.

How long does it take to get from Vänern to Gothenburg?

The train from Vänersborg, Centralstation to Göteborg Centralstation takes 57 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Vänern to Gothenburg bus from?

Vänern to Gothenburg bus services, operated by Vasttrafik, depart from Lidköping station.

Where do I catch the Vänern to Gothenburg train from?

Vänern to Gothenburg train services, operated by Vasttrafik, depart from Vänersborg, Centralstation.

Train or bus from Vänern to Gothenburg?

The best way to get from Vänern to Gothenburg is to train which takes 57 min and costs 90 kr - 210 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 150 kr - 550 kr and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Vänern to Gothenburg bus arrive?

Vänern to Gothenburg bus services, operated by Vasttrafik, arrive at Göteborg Åkareplatsen station.

Where does the Vänern to Gothenburg train arrive?

Vänern to Gothenburg train services, operated by Vasttrafik, arrive at Göteborg Centralstation.

Can I drive from Vänern to Gothenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Vänern to Gothenburg is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Vänern to Gothenburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Vänern to Gothenburg?

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There are 3 ways to get from Vänern to Gothenburg by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Vänersborg, Centralstation to Göteborg Centralstationtrain 17383 / ...
57 min
kr 90–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lidköping station to Göteborg Åkareplatsenbus 35
2h 19m
kr 150–550
Drive 247.3 km
1. Drive from Karlstad to Gothenburgcar 247.3 km
3h 16m
kr 442–638

Vänern to Gothenburg by train

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Distance: 82.5 km
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Vänern, Västra Götaland County, Sweden and Gothenburg, Sweden?

Vasttrafik operates a train from Vänersborg, Centralstation to Göteborg Centralstation hourly. Tickets cost kr 90–210 and the journey takes 57 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Vasttrafik operates a bus from Lidköping station to Göteborg Åkareplatsen 6 times a week. Tickets cost kr 150–550 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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