The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lund to Karlstad
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
13 h 35 m
Average duration
14 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lund to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lund to Karlstad will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lund for Karlstad every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 409 km distance in an average of 14 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 50 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.
23:1514h50Lund14:05Karlstad£501One-way0 changes
22:0513h35Lund11:40Karlstad£801One-way0 changes
22:0513h35Lund11:40Karlstad£801One-way0 changes
23:1514h50Lund14:05Karlstad£501One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lund to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lund to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 409 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£58 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lund to Karlstad bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lund to Karlstad coaches for today, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 22:05 Lund | 13h35 | 11:40 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:15 Lund | 14h50 | 14:05 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lund to Karlstad
Buses from Lund to Karlstad run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £34 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 409 km distance in 9h 17m.
Distance 409 km |
Average bus duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 9h 17m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: Vy Bus4You from Lund to KarlstadYou can travel by bus between Lund to Karlstad with Vy Bus4You for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lund to Karlstad coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lund to Karlstad 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 Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- 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.
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- Tickets with cancellation insurance can be canceled up to one hour before departure for a full refund, excluding the cancellation insurance premium.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lund and Karlstad
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station)
- Coffee Shop Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4 Train: Värmlandstrafik
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