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Arlanda Flygsamlingar
An aviation museum at Arlanda with historic aircraft, engines and stories of Swedish civil and military flying.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£149
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£231
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 d 22 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 d 22 h 58 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
1444 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Stockholm-Arlanda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Stockholm-Arlanda will cost around £231 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £149.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from London to Stockholm-Arlanda, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 1444 km distance in an average of 1 d 22 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 22 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 23 h 5 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Stockholm-Arlanda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £109 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £109, while a train costs an average of £350.
Distance: 1444 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£179 Average Price | £109 Average Price Cheapest | £350 Average Price | £90 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
41h 58m Average total duration 41h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 27h 3m Average total duration 26h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Stockholm-Arlanda:
A flight is £71 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London to Stockholm-Arlanda costing on average £179.
A flight is £242 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Stockholm-Arlanda costing on average £350.
Other travel options to Stockholm-Arlanda take longer:
Train takes on average 26h 33m.
Coach takes on average 41h 28m.
Tickets start at around £179 compared to roughly £90 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-89.00. The journey takes 41h 28m versus 22h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for London to Stockholm-Arlanda coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:30 London | 44h50 | 17:20 Stockholm-Arlanda | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 8:00 London | 46h50 | 6:50 Stockholm-Arlanda | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 London | 47h05 | 8:05 Stockholm-Arlanda | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from London to Stockholm-Arlanda run on average 4 times per day, taking around 41h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £136 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 1444 km distance in 36h 30m.
Distance 1444 km |
Average bus duration 41h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £136 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 36h 30m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Stockholm Arlanda Terminal 5 -> Stockholm Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Stockholm-Arlanda 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-Arlanda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Stockholm-Arlanda buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Stockholm-Arlanda bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5.
Available at Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
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