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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Skellefteå to Umeå
Showing times and prices for 04 Aug
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Buses per day
49
Distance
108 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Skellefteå to Umeå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skellefteå to Umeå will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Fast coaches
Of the 49 buses that leave Skellefteå for Umeå every day 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 7 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.
12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB17:102h25Skellefteå19:35Umeå£111One-way0 changes- 21 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB5:302h25Skellefteå7:55Umeå£111One-way0 changes
- 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB16:102h10Skellefteå18:20Umeå£111One-way0 changes
- 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB8:102h40Skellefteå10:50Umeå£111One-way0 changes
- 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB6:302h20Skellefteå8:50Umeå, Busstation£111One-way0 changes
- 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB19:152h05Skellefteå21:20Umeå£111One-way0 changes
- 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB7:552h05Skellefteå10:00Umeå£111One-way0 changes
- 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB11:552h05Skellefteå14:00Umeå£111One-way0 changes
- 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB9:252h05Skellefteå11:30Umeå£111One-way0 changes
- 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 17 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB5:202h07Skellefteå7:27Umeå£111One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Skellefteå to Umeå
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Skellefteå to Umeå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 108 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Skellefteå to Umeå bus times
The table below shows live departures for Skellefteå to Umeå coaches for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 5:20 Skellefteå | 2h10 | 7:30 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 17 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 5:20 Skellefteå | 2h07 | 7:27 Umeå | 1 change | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 5:20 Skellefteå | 2h20 | 7:40 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 5:30 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 7:55 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 5:30 Skellefteå | 2h30 | 8:00 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 5:35 Skellefteå | 2h30 | 8:05 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 5:35 Skellefteå | 2h20 | 7:55 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 6:15 Skellefteå | 2h30 | 8:45 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 6:15 Skellefteå | 2h40 | 8:55 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 6:30 Skellefteå | 2h10 | 8:40 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 6:30 Skellefteå | 2h20 | 8:50 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 7:10 Skellefteå | 2h30 | 9:40 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 7:10 Skellefteå | 2h20 | 9:30 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 7:55 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 10:10 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 7:55 Skellefteå | 2h05 | 10:00 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 8:10 Skellefteå | 2h50 | 11:00 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 8:10 Skellefteå | 2h40 | 10:50 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 9:25 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 11:40 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 9:25 Skellefteå | 2h55 | 12:20 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 9:25 Skellefteå | 2h05 | 11:30 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 9:25 Skellefteå | 2h45 | 12:10 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 10:40 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 13:05 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 10:40 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 12:55 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 11:55 Skellefteå | 2h05 | 14:00 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 11:55 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 14:10 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 12:40 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 14:55 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 12:40 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 15:05 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 13:50 Skellefteå | 2h45 | 16:35 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 13:50 Skellefteå | 2h50 | 16:40 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 14:10 Skellefteå | 2h20 | 16:30 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 14:10 Skellefteå | 2h10 | 16:20 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 15:10 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 17:35 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 15:10 Skellefteå | 2h35 | 17:45 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 16:10 Skellefteå | 2h10 | 18:20 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 16:10 Skellefteå | 2h20 | 18:30 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 16:15 Skellefteå | 2h30 | 18:45 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 16:15 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 18:40 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 17:10 Skellefteå | 2h30 | 19:40 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 17:10 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 19:35 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 17:40 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 19:55 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 17:40 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 20:05 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 18:50 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 21:15 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 18:50 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 21:05 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 19:15 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 21:30 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 100 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 19:15 Skellefteå | 2h05 | 21:20 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 20:10 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 22:35 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 20:10 Skellefteå | 2h35 | 22:45 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 21:55 Skellefteå | 2h15 | 0:10 Umeå | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB | 21:55 Skellefteå | 2h25 | 0:20 Umeå, Busstation | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Skellefteå to Umeå
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Buses from Skellefteå to Umeå run on average 44 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 39 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:42. The fastest coach covers the 108 km distance in 2h 25m.
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 108 km |
Average bus duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Bus providers: Lanstrafiken from Skellefteå to UmeåYou can travel by bus between Skellefteå to Umeå with Lanstrafiken for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Lanstrafiken
About
Länstrafiken is a collective name for regional public transport authorities in Sweden, responsible for coordinating, planning, procuring, and marketing public transport within their respective counties. For example, Länstrafiken Örebro is the public transport authority for Örebro County, managing all bus services under its brand and co-owning regional train companies like Tåg i Bergslagen and Mälardalstrafik AB. They offer various ticketing options, including single tickets, period passes, and special arrangements for different passenger groups, often accessible through a mobile app. Länstrafiken also emphasizes accessibility, providing services like \färdtjänst\" for those with disabilities and free travel for medical appointments."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
£11
Luggage included
Luggage that you can carry yourself is free of charge and must not obstruct other passengers, take up seats, block emergency exits, obscure the driver's view, obstruct the driver, or affect on-board safety.
Additional luggage
Large suitcases and items of luggage are accepted subject to space availability and are stored in the luggage compartment.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
A traveler may only eat on the bus if he or she does not litter or mess up or is a nuisance to fellow travelers.
Seat reservation
Unused season tickets and unused Travel Credit can be refunded in full within 7 days of purchase, but single tickets, 24-hour tickets, or Flex 10/40 tickets are not refundable.
Accessibility
Buses without steps, specially trained drivers, and better information are provided to ensure accessibility for everyone.
Bikes
Bicycles must be of standard size, without attachments, and weigh no more than 25 kg, and electric scooters must be a maximum of 120 cm in folded position.
Pets
You may bring a dog, cat, or other small pet on board free of charge, provided it does not cause trouble for other passengers and is on a lead or in a cage.
Complete guide to Umeå
Things to do in Umeå
Discover the best of Umeå — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Umeå trip today.
- Must visit
Västerbottens museum
County museum covering Västerbotten history, Sami culture and local life, with exhibitions indoors and heritage buildings outside.
- Recommended
Guitars the Museum
Museum about guitars and popular music, showing rare instruments and music history in a central riverside venue.
- Recommended
Konstnärligt campus
Riverside cultural quarter with architecture, public spaces and evening views. A practical base for walking between major attractions.
- Recommended
Brogparken
Leafy city park by the river with lawns, sculptures and paths. It is one of the best places for a relaxed central stroll.
- Recommended
Rådhustorget
Central square framed by civic buildings and shops, often used for markets and events and a useful starting point for exploring.
Surströmming
Fermented Baltic herring, famed in northern Sweden for its powerful aroma and salty, sour flavour; often eaten with flatbread, potatoes and onion.
- Gluten-free
Röding
Tender Arctic char from northern rivers and lakes, usually pan-fried, smoked or cured. It is prized in Västerbotten for its clean, delicate flavour.
Strömmingsmacka
Open-faced sandwich of fried Baltic herring, often served on crispbread with mashed potato, pickled beetroot or dill. A classic northern coastal meal.
Gotthards krog
Refined dining in central Umeå with seasonal northern ingredients and an elegant, intimate atmosphere suited to a special evening.
Rex Brasserie
Popular bistro and bar known for well-made Swedish and European dishes in a lively yet relaxed setting near the city centre.
Bastard Burgers
Casual restaurant focusing on burgers and comfort food with a broad beer selection. Friendly, modern and consistently popular with locals.
Swedish krona (kr)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- kr100-150 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- kr200-350 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- kr700+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- kr35-50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
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.
Ultra - Umeås lokaltrafik
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 30 kr
- Day pass
- /
To the city centre
Umeå Busstation -> Vasaplan, Umeå
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Buy and store tickets in the Ultra - Umeås lokaltrafik app. The official app accepts card payment, and tickets can be validated on board.
- Vasaplan is the main public transport hub in central Umeå. Single tickets on Ultra local buses are valid for 1 hour including transfers.
FAQs: Skellefteå to Umeå coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skellefteå 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Skellefteå to Umeå can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Skellefteå to Umeå is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Skellefteå to Umeå is 2h 25m to travel the 108 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Skellefteå to Umeå leaves at 0:04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Skellefteå to Umeå leaves at 23:42.
Yes, there are 39 direct coaches a day from Skellefteå to Umeå with Lanstrafiken. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Skellefteå to Umeå, you can count on Lanstrafiken for the best way to get you to Umeå. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Skellefteå and Umeå and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Umeå from Skellefteå is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Skellefteå to Umeå is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Skellefteå and Umeå including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Skellefteå to Umeå:
- Lanstrafiken
- Buses without steps, specially trained drivers, and better information are provided to ensure accessibility for everyone.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Skellefteå to Umeå.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Lanstrafiken.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Skellefteå to Umeå.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Skellefteå to Umeå:
- Lanstrafiken
- Luggage that you can carry yourself is free of charge and must not obstruct other passengers, take up seats, block emergency exits, obscure the driver's view, obstruct the driver, or affect on-board safety.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Skellefteå to Umeå:
- Lanstrafiken
- Large suitcases and items of luggage are accepted subject to space availability and are stored in the luggage compartment.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Skellefteå to Umeå. The following conditions apply:
- Lanstrafiken
- You may bring a dog, cat, or other small pet on board free of charge, provided it does not cause trouble for other passengers and is on a lead or in a cage.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Skellefteå to Umeå with the following coach company: Lanstrafiken
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Skellefteå to Umeå.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Skellefteå to Umeå with the following coach company: Lanstrafiken.
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Important Stations and Airports in Skellefteå and Umeå
Most Skellefteå to Umeå buses use the to Umeå, Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Skellefteå and Umeå bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Skellefteå
Arrival bus stations in Umeå
Umeå, Centralstation
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