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Skellefteå Museum
Museum on local history, Sami culture and regional life, with varied exhibitions that provide a strong introduction to Skellefteå.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Umeå to Skellefteå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Umeå to Skellefteå will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 7 buses from Umeå to Skellefteå, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
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Buses from Umeå to Skellefteå run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 30 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 108 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 108 km |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 1h 47m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Umeå to Skellefteå.
The table below shows live departures for Umeå to Skellefteå coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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20 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 8:30 Umeå Central Station | 2h15 | 10:45 Skellefteå | 0 changesdirect | |
12 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 9:45 Umeå Central Station | 2h30 | 12:15 Skellefteå | 0 changesdirect | |
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 11:00 Umeå Central Station | 2h05 | 13:05 Skellefteå | 0 changesdirect | |
100 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 12:00 Umeå Central Station | 2h05 | 14:05 Skellefteå | 0 changesdirect | |
21 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 12:40 Umeå Central Station | 2h15 | 14:55 Skellefteå | 0 changesdirect |
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Museum on local history, Sami culture and regional life, with varied exhibitions that provide a strong introduction to Skellefteå.
Open-air museum area with historic buildings and seasonal interpretation, offering an accessible glimpse of older Västerbotten life.
Contemporary art venue presenting changing exhibitions in central Skellefteå. A good stop for current Swedish and regional art.
Central cultural area with museum buildings, parkland, craft spaces and walking paths. One of the town’s easiest places to explore on foot.
Riverside city park and meeting place in the centre, popular for walks, events and views over the Skellefte River.
Popular riverside walking and cycling area with open views, modern development and easy access to central Skellefteå.
Fermented Baltic herring with a powerful aroma, traditionally eaten with thin bread, potatoes and onion. A classic northern Swedish speciality.
Soft flatbread from Västerbotten, often baked with barley or rye. It is a staple in northern homes and commonly served with butter or local fillings.
Hard, very thin crispbread from northern Sweden, baked for storage through long winters. It is a traditional everyday bread in the region.
Refined dining in central Skellefteå with tasting menus highlighting produce from northern Sweden in a stylish modern setting.
Popular restaurant and bar serving well-prepared Nordic and international dishes in a lively, polished atmosphere.
Casual burger venue known for quality ingredients and relaxed service. A dependable choice for an informal meal in town.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are pricier than much of Europe, but local buses are reasonable and card-first payments make day-to-day spending straightforward.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Round up taxi fares; cafes generally do not require tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Umeå to Skellefteå 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 Skellefteå, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Umeå to Skellefteå buses use the Umeå, Busstation to station pair. Use this guide to compare Umeå and Skellefteå 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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