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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Karlstad to Stockholm

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£34

Fastest journey

4 h 10 m

Average duration

4 h 10 m

Buses per day

Distance

259 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

Of the 18 buses that leave Karlstad for Stockholm every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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

14:404h20

Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation

19:00Stockholm, Cityterminalen

£291One-way

0 changes

FlixBus

11:054h10

Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation

15:15Stockholm, Cityterminalen

£291One-way

0 changes

FlixBus

13:154h10

Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation

17:25Stockholm, Cityterminalen

£291One-way

0 changes

850

02:005h15

Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation

07:15Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)

£291One-way

0 changes

FlixBus

14:554h10

Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation

19:05Stockholm, Cityterminalen

£301One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Karlstad to Stockholm

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 258 km

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Coach	Most popular Train
£23 Average Price Cheapest	£32 Average Price
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Karlstad to Stockholm bus times

Showing buses for today, Thursday 17 July

Last updated at 07:22

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus	09:05 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h10	13:15 Stockholm, Cityterminalen	0 changesdirect
850	09:50 Karlstad, Centralstationen	4h30	14:20 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)	0 changesdirect
850	10:00 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h20	14:20 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)	0 changesdirect
850	11:35 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h15	15:50 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	12:40 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h20	17:00 Stockholm, Cityterminalen	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	12:55 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h10	17:05 Stockholm, Cityterminalen	0 changesdirect
850	13:50 Karlstad, Centralstationen	4h40	18:30 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)	0 changesdirect
850	14:00 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h30	18:30 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	14:35 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h15	18:50 Stockholm, Cityterminalen	0 changesdirect
Friday 18 July
850	00:00 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	5h15	05:15 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	00:15 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h10	04:25 Stockholm, Cityterminalen	0 changesdirect
850	04:10 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h30	08:40 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)	0 changesdirect
850 · 850	06:00 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	5h30	11:30 Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)	1 change
FlixBus	06:00 Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation	4h10	10:10 Stockholm, Cityterminalen	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Karlstad to Stockholm

Sweden

Buses from Karlstad to Stockholm run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

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

258 km

Average bus duration

4h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

£14

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

4h 10m

First bus

00:02

Last bus

23:55

Price information

Coach companies: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus and SJ Karlstad to Stockholm

Vy Bus4You, FlixBus and SJ coaches will get you to Stockholm from Karlstad from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best coach times and tickets for your trip.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost coach operators, founded in Germany and offering long-distance coach services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Coach information from Karlstad to Stockholm with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 4 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: £12

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.

Coach information from Karlstad to Stockholm with SJ:

Average Duration: 2 h 42 min
Cheapest Price: £19
SJ frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Karlstad to Stockholm coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Karlstad to Stockholm with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Karlstad to Stockholm.

Cheap coach tickets from Karlstad to Stockholm can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Karlstad to Stockholm is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time from Karlstad to Stockholm is on average 4 h 5 min for the 160 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Karlstad to Stockholm by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Karlstad to Stockholm leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Karlstad to Stockholm leaves at 19: 25.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Karlstad to Stockholm without having to change trains with FlixBus, Norwegian Railways (VY) or Vy Buss. There are 12 direct coaches from Karlstad to Stockholm each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Karlstad to Stockholm coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Infobus, Norwegian Railways (VY) or Vy Buss. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Karlstad to Stockholm to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation, which is located around 0.6 miles (855 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stockholm, Cityterminalen, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Stockholm from Karlstad is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Karlstad to Stockholm is February.

You have options as you can travel between Karlstad and Stockholm 2 different ways: train or coach.

No, the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm.

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Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm.

No, luggage for the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Karlstad to Stockholm.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Karlstad and Stockholm

Karlstad

Stockholm

The major coach station for departures in Karlstad is Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation for your trip from Karlstad to Stockholm.

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