City in Västra Götaland County, Sweden
Getting around Gothenburg
How to get around Gothenburg
Trams and buses on one Västtrafik ticket cover the center; walk or cycle for the rest. Ferries serve the southern archipelago with the same ticket.
Ways to get around Gothenburg
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Trams and buses (Västtrafik) | About 35–45 SEK single | Use the Västtrafik To Go app; tap in with a contactless card in some areas |
| Archipelago ferries | Same zone ticket, about 40–50 SEK | Ferry from Saltholmen tram stop to Styrsö, Vrångö and Donsö |
| City bikes (Styr & Ställ) | About 30 SEK per day plus pay-as-you-go | Flat center with some bike lanes; trams share roads |
Ride-hailing apps in Gothenburg
A 5 km ride costs about kr130–200 ($12.9–19.9).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Books licensed taxis; surge prices on weekends |
| Bolt | Often cheaper; supply varies late at night |
- Taxis set their own prices and can be expensive; use an app or ask for a quote. Trams and buses run late on weekends.
Arriving in Gothenburg
Landvetter (GOT)
Flygbussarna bus to Nils Ericsonsplatsen 30 min, about 120–150 SEK; taxi 450–700 SEK.
Göteborg City Airport (GSE)
Used by Ryanair and Wizz Air; bus to the city about 30 min, about 100 SEK.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EU/EEA licences are valid; most others work for visits if in Latin script, otherwise carry an IDP.
- Onward travel in Sweden: SJ trains link Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö in 3–5 hours, and night trains run to Lapland. Coaches are cheaper; domestic flights save time in the north.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Gothenburg?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt.
What's the best way to get around Gothenburg?
Trams and buses on one Västtrafik ticket cover the center; walk or cycle for the rest. Ferries serve the southern archipelago with the same ticket.
How do I get from the airport to Gothenburg?
Flygbussarna bus to Nils Ericsonsplatsen 30 min, about 120–150 SEK; taxi 450–700 SEK.
Is Gothenburg walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- SJ (national rail)
- SL (Stockholm public transport)
- Västtrafik
- Göteborg & Co (Visit Gothenburg)
- Swedavia Göteborg Landvetter
- 1177 Vårdguiden
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