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Bildmuseet
Contemporary art museum and cultural centre on the university arts campus, known for changing exhibitions and striking architecture.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 45 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luleå to Umeå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luleå to Umeå will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Luleå to Umeå, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 215 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten
20 Länstrafiken Västerbotten
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten
20 Länstrafiken VästerbottenOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luleå to Umeå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 215 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luleå to Umeå:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luleå to Umeå costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Umeå take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 26m.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £33. The journey takes 4h 26m versus 3h 15m 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.
Direct services are operated by Lanstrafiken.
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 Luleå to Umeå 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 9:35 Luleå | 4h35 | 14:10 Umeå Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 10:00 Luleå | 5h05 | 15:05 Umeå Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 13:55 Luleå | 4h35 | 18:30 Umeå Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 16:55 Luleå | 4h35 | 21:30 Umeå Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
93 SJ+ 205 Länstrafiken Västerbotten · 12 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 21:09 Luleå, Centralstation | 11h41 | 8:50 Umeå Central Station | 2 changes |
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Buses from Luleå to Umeå run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:42. The fastest coach covers the 215 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 215 km |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
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Discover the best of Umeå — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Umeå trip today.
Contemporary art museum and cultural centre on the university arts campus, known for changing exhibitions and striking architecture.
County museum covering Västerbotten history, Sami culture and local life, with exhibitions indoors and heritage buildings outside.
Museum about guitars and popular music, showing rare instruments and music history in a central riverside venue.
Riverside cultural quarter with architecture, public spaces and evening views. A practical base for walking between major attractions.
Leafy city park by the river with lawns, sculptures and paths. It is one of the best places for a relaxed central stroll.
Central square framed by civic buildings and shops, often used for markets and events and a useful starting point for exploring.
Fermented Baltic herring, famed in northern Sweden for its powerful aroma and salty, sour flavour; often eaten with flatbread, potatoes and onion.
Tender Arctic char from northern rivers and lakes, usually pan-fried, smoked or cured. It is prized in Västerbotten for its clean, delicate flavour.
Open-faced sandwich of fried Baltic herring, often served on crispbread with mashed potato, pickled beetroot or dill. A classic northern coastal meal.
Refined dining in central Umeå with seasonal northern ingredients and an elegant, intimate atmosphere suited to a special evening.
Popular bistro and bar known for well-made Swedish and European dishes in a lively yet relaxed setting near the city centre.
Casual restaurant focusing on burgers and comfort food with a broad beer selection. Friendly, modern and consistently popular with locals.
Moderate for Sweden. Hotels and dining are pricier than many European cities, but local buses are reasonable and budget meals are still manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for very good service is appreciated in restaurants. Taxi fares are fixed on the meter; round up if you wish. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luleå to Umeå 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 Umeå, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luleå to Umeå buses use the to Umeå, Busstation station pair, with some services arriving at Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö). Use this guide to compare Luleå and Umeå bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Umeå, Busstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Umeå, Busstation. ATMs are available at Umeå, Busstation.
Ticket office support is available at Umeå, Busstation.
Available at Umeå, Busstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Umeå, Busstation: Wheelchair accessible facilities are available.
Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö) is 6 km from Umeå city centre. Public transport options include:
Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö). ATMs are available at Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö).
Ticket office support is available at Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö).
Available at Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö): Limited access for people with reduced mobility.
Umeå, Yttertavle vägskäl is 11 km from Umeå city centre. Public transport options include:
Umeå, Yttertavle vägskäl has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Umeå, Yttertavle vägskäl. ATMs are available at Umeå, Yttertavle vägskäl.
Ticket office support is available at Umeå, Yttertavle vägskäl.
Available at Umeå, Yttertavle vägskäl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Umeå, Yttertavle vägskäl: Station is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
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