The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Kalmar
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad to Kalmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Kalmar will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
To travel from Karlstad to Kalmar you need to make at least one change.
7023 Tågab+
1064 Öresundstågen10:395h20Karlstad tågstation15:59Kalmar Centralstation£771One-way1 change
7023 Tågab+
1088 Öresundstågen10:398h20Karlstad tågstation18:59Kalmar Centralstation£771One-way1 change
7023 Tågab+
1080 Öresundstågen10:397h20Karlstad tågstation17:59Kalmar Centralstation£771One-way1 change
7023 Tågab+
1072 Öresundstågen10:396h20Karlstad tågstation16:59Kalmar Centralstation£771One-way1 change
7023 Tågab+
1064 Öresundstågen+
10 Värmlandstrafik10:015h58Karlstad15:59Kalmar Centralstation£801One-way2 changes
7023 Tågab+
1064 Öresundstågen10:395h20Karlstad tågstation15:59Kalmar Centralstation£771One-way1 change
7054 Tågab+
38173 Tåg i Bergslagen+
541 X 2000+
1104 Öresundstågen15:185h41Karlstad tågstation20:59Kalmar Centralstation£951One-way3 changes
7023 Tågab+
1064 Öresundstågen+
10 Värmlandstrafik10:015h58Karlstad15:59Kalmar Centralstation£801One-way2 changes
652 SJ+
38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+
525 X 2000+
1040 Öresundstågen6:406h19Karlstad tågstation12:59Kalmar Centralstation£1001One-way3 changes
7023 Tågab+
401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+
7 Värmlandstrafik+
1064 Öresundstågen10:046h19Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan16:23Kalmar, Snurrom£831One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Karlstad to Kalmar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 346 km
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£54 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Karlstad to Kalmar train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Kalmar trains for tomorrow, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
652 SJ · 525 X 2000+ 38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 10 Värmlandstrafik | 5:58 Karlstad | 7h01 | 12:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
652 SJ · 525 X 2000+ 401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 7 Värmlandstrafik | 6:04 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 7h19 | 13:23 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
652 SJ · 525 X 2000+ 38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 160 Kalmar LT (smågods) | 6:04 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 8h00 | 14:04 Kalmar, Lotsgården | 6 changes | |
652 SJ · 525 X 2000+ 38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 1064 Öresundstågen | 6:40 Karlstad tågstation | 9h19 | 15:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
652 SJ · 525 X 2000+ 38163 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 1040 Öresundstågen | 6:40 Karlstad tågstation | 6h19 | 12:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
652 SJ · 525 X 2000 · 327 SJ+ 38163 Tåg i Bergslagen | 6:40 Karlstad tågstation | 7h26 | 14:06 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
652 SJ · 525 X 2000+ 1056 Öresundstågen+ 38163 Tåg i Bergslagen | 6:40 Karlstad tågstation | 8h19 | 14:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 529 X 2000+ 10 Värmlandstrafik+ 1056 Öresundstågen | 6:51 Karlstad | 8h08 | 14:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
626 SJ 3000+ 28809 Krösatåg+ 7 Värmlandstrafik+ 160 Kalmar LT (smågods) | 7:40 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 8h49 | 16:29 Kalmar, Lotsgården | 6 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 529 X 2000+ 1056 Öresundstågen+ 401 Kalmar LT (smågods) | 7:40 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 7h43 | 15:23 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 529 X 2000+ 2119 Mälartåg+ 7 Värmlandstrafik | 7:40 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 8h49 | 16:29 Kalmar, Lotsgården | 6 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 529 X 2000+ 2119 Mälartåg+ 1072 Öresundstågen | 8:32 Karlstad tågstation | 8h27 | 16:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 529 X 2000+ 1056 Öresundstågen+ 2119 Mälartåg | 8:32 Karlstad tågstation | 6h27 | 14:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 529 X 2000+ 2119 Mälartåg+ 1080 Öresundstågen | 8:32 Karlstad tågstation | 9h27 | 17:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
626 SJ 3000 · 529 X 2000+ 1064 Öresundstågen+ 2119 Mälartåg | 8:32 Karlstad tågstation | 7h27 | 15:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
7023 Tågab+ 1064 Öresundstågen+ 10 Värmlandstrafik | 10:01 Karlstad | 5h58 | 15:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 2 changes | |
7023 Tågab+ 401 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 1064 Öresundstågen+ 7 Värmlandstrafik | 10:04 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 6h19 | 16:23 Kalmar, Snurrom | 3 changes | |
7023 Tågab+ 7 Värmlandstrafik+ 1064 Öresundstågen+ 161 Kalmar LT (smågods) | 10:04 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 7h19 | 17:23 Kalmar, Lotsgården | 4 changes | |
7023 Tågab+ 1072 Öresundstågen | 10:39 Karlstad tågstation | 6h20 | 16:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 1 change | |
7023 Tågab+ 1064 Öresundstågen | 10:39 Karlstad tågstation | 5h20 | 15:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 1 change | |
7023 Tågab+ 1080 Öresundstågen | 10:39 Karlstad tågstation | 7h20 | 17:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 1 change | |
7023 Tågab+ 1088 Öresundstågen | 10:39 Karlstad tågstation | 8h20 | 18:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 1 change | |
10 Värmlandstrafik+ 9383 BT buss+ 7241 Västtrafik+ 537 X 2000 | 11:31 Karlstad | 7h28 | 18:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
7 Värmlandstrafik+ 9383 BT buss+ 537 X 2000+ 1088 Öresundstågen | 11:34 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 7h49 | 19:23 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
9383 BT buss+ 7241 Västtrafik+ 537 X 2000+ 1088 Öresundstågen | 12:31 Karlstad tågstation | 6h28 | 18:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
9383 BT buss+ 7241 Västtrafik+ 537 X 2000 · 339 SJ | 12:31 Karlstad tågstation | 7h35 | 20:06 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
634 X 2000 · 539 X 2000 · 339 SJ+ 10 Värmlandstrafik | 12:31 Karlstad | 7h35 | 20:06 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
9383 BT buss+ 7241 Västtrafik+ 537 X 2000+ 1120 Öresundstågen | 12:31 Karlstad tågstation | 10h28 | 22:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
9383 BT buss+ 537 X 2000+ 7241 Västtrafik+ 1104 Öresundstågen | 12:31 Karlstad tågstation | 8h28 | 20:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
634 X 2000 · 539 X 2000 · 339 SJ+ 7 Värmlandstrafik | 12:34 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 8h09 | 20:43 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
634 X 2000 · 539 X 2000 · 343 SJ+ 2139 Mälartåg | 13:08 Karlstad tågstation | 8h54 | 22:02 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
634 X 2000 · 539 X 2000+ 2139 Mälartåg+ 1120 Öresundstågen | 13:08 Karlstad tågstation | 9h51 | 22:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
634 X 2000 · 539 X 2000 · 339 SJ+ 2139 Mälartåg | 13:08 Karlstad tågstation | 6h58 | 20:06 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
634 X 2000 · 539 X 2000+ 2139 Mälartåg+ 1104 Öresundstågen | 13:08 Karlstad tågstation | 7h51 | 20:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
10 Värmlandstrafik+ 7054 Tågab+ 38173 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 541 X 2000 | 14:32 Karlstad | 6h27 | 20:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 4 changes | |
7 Värmlandstrafik+ 7054 Tågab+ 38173 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 541 X 2000 | 14:43 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 6h40 | 21:23 Kalmar, Snurrom | 5 changes | |
7054 Tågab+ 541 X 2000+ 1120 Öresundstågen+ 38173 Tåg i Bergslagen | 15:18 Karlstad tågstation | 7h41 | 22:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
7054 Tågab+ 38173 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 541 X 2000+ 1104 Öresundstågen | 15:18 Karlstad tågstation | 5h41 | 20:59 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
7054 Tågab+ 541 X 2000 · 343 SJ+ 38173 Tåg i Bergslagen | 15:18 Karlstad tågstation | 6h44 | 22:02 Kalmar Centralstation | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad to Kalmar
Trains from Karlstad to Kalmar run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:32, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 346 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 346 km |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 3:32 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Krösatågen, SJ, Tågab, Oresundstag from Karlstad to Kalmar trainsKrösatågen, SJ, Tågab, Oresundstag trains will get you between Karlstad and Kalmar from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Karlstad to Kalmar train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad to Kalmar by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kalmar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Karlstad and Kalmar
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Drottninggatan.
- Restaurant Frost
- Br. Olssons Elektriska
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Drott
- Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad
- Scandic Karlstad City
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with 24-hour access.
- Kallskänken
- Restaurang Byttan
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset
- First Hotel Witt
- Calmar Stadshotell
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance connections
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