The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kalmar to Stockholm
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kalmar to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kalmar to Stockholm will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 5 buses that leave Kalmar for Stockholm every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 313 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 19 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.
FlixBus
200
200
FlixBus
160 Kalmar LT (smågods) · 25 Kalmar LT (smågods)+
30 Östgötatrafiken+
286 SJ
FlixBus
200
200
FlixBus
160 Kalmar LT (smågods) · 25 Kalmar LT (smågods)+
30 Östgötatrafiken+
286 SJTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Kalmar to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kalmar to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £79.
Distance: 313 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price | £165 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kalmar to Stockholm bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kalmar to Stockholm coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
160 Kalmar LT (smågods) · 25 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 30 Östgötatrafiken+ 286 SJ | 11:41 Kalmar, Snurrom | 7h19 | 19:00 Stockholm | 4 changes | |
200 | 13:30 Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h05 | 19:35 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h15 | 20:15 Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
FlixBus | 05:45 Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h00 | 11:45 Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 changesdirect | |
200 | 07:00 Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h05 | 13:05 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kalmar to Stockholm
Buses from Kalmar to Stockholm run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:13, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 313 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 313 km |
Average bus duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 00:13 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Norwegian Railways (VY), Vy Buss, Silverlinjen from Kalmar to StockholmYou can travel by bus between Kalmar to Stockholm with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Norwegian Railways (VY), Vy Buss, Silverlinjen for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kalmar to Stockholm coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kalmar to Stockholm by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Vy Bus4You
- Vy Bus4You strives for all to travel comfortably, safely and independently, adapting digital services, vehicles, and ticket solutions in accordance with the new accessibility directive (European Accessibility Act) which takes effect in June 2025.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Vy Bus4You
- Tickets with cancellation insurance can be canceled up to one hour before departure for a full refund, excluding the cancellation insurance premium.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Vy Bus4You
- One checked bag and one hand luggage with a total maximum weight of 25kg is included for Swedish services, while Norwegian services allow two checked bags and one hand luggage with maximum dimensions of 175 cm (height + length + depth) and 23 kg per item.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Vy Bus4You
- Additional luggage can be another bag up to 25 kg, and special luggage like a golf bag, skis, or an instrument can weigh a maximum of 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Vy Bus4You
- Smaller pets are allowed in cages no bigger than a normal seat (max 50x40x40 cm) and require a child's ticket for Swedish routes, while guide dogs are free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kalmar and Stockholm
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Cityterminalen (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Swedish Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 50, 53, 57, 65 Metro: T-Centralen (all s) Train: Stockholm Central Station
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Max Burgers (0.2 km)
- Vete-Katten (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 50, 53, 69 Metro: T-Centralen (all s) Train: Stockholm Central Station
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