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Open-air museum and zoo presenting historic Swedish buildings, crafts and traditions across a large Djurgården hillside site.
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
2 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
2 h 45 m
Trains on 09 Sept
19
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 19 trains from Karlstad to Stockholm, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.
910 Mälartåg+
500 Värmlandstrafik+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro+
900 Värmlandstrafik
188 SJ+
500 Värmlandstrafik+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro+
8930 Värmlandstrafik
186 SJ+
8928 Värmlandstrafik · 500 Värmlandstrafik+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro
660 SJ
184 SJ+
500 Länstrafiken+
500 Värmlandstrafik · 8924 Värmlandstrafik
620 SJ
638 SJ 3000
638 SJ
648 SJ 3000
634 SJOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 259 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlstad to Stockholm:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlstad to Stockholm costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 6m.
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Stockholm trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
660 SJ | 10:56 Karlstad tågstation | 3h37 | 14:33 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
634 SJ | 13:08 Karlstad tågstation | 2h48 | 15:56 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
180 SJ+ 500 Värmlandstrafik · 8918 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro | 14:12 Karlstad tågstation | 4h32 | 18:44 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
638 SJ | 14:30 Karlstad tågstation | 2h46 | 17:16 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
672 SJ | 16:10 Karlstad tågstation | 3h00 | 19:10 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
184 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik · 8924 Värmlandstrafik | 16:19 Karlstad tågstation | 4h25 | 20:44 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
186 SJ+ 8928 Värmlandstrafik · 500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro | 17:19 Karlstad tågstation | 4h25 | 21:44 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
188 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik · 8930 Värmlandstrafik | 18:27 Karlstad tågstation | 4h17 | 22:44 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
648 SJ | 19:36 Karlstad tågstation | 2h48 | 22:24 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
900 Värmlandstrafik · 500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 910 Mälartåg | 21:00 Karlstad | 10h33 | 7:33 Stockholm | 4 changes | |
620 SJ | 6:10 Karlstad tågstation | 2h36 | 8:46 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
652 SJ | 6:40 Karlstad tågstation | 2h49 | 9:29 Stockholm Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
166 SJ+ 8904 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 7:15 Karlstad tågstation | 4h29 | 11:44 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
168 SJ+ 8908 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 8:14 Karlstad tågstation | 4h30 | 12:44 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Karlstad to Stockholm run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Open-air museum and zoo presenting historic Swedish buildings, crafts and traditions across a large Djurgården hillside site.
Maritime museum built around the preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A standout visit for shipbuilding, history and conservation.
Photography museum with major contemporary exhibitions, strong views over the water and a popular cultural programme at Stadsgården.
Stockholm’s old town of narrow lanes, colourful buildings and small squares. Ideal for walking between historic landmarks and viewpoints.
Leafy island park and museum district with waterside paths, bridges and major attractions. Excellent for a full day of walking and visits.
Lively square in Södermalm known for market activity, surrounding shops and easy access to one of the city’s most characterful districts.
Herring cured in many ways, often served with potatoes, onion and sour cream. A cornerstone of Swedish festive meals and coastal food culture.
Swedish meatballs served with creamy gravy, mashed or boiled potatoes, lingonberries and pickled cucumber. A classic everyday comfort dish.
Gravlax is salmon cured with salt, sugar and dill, usually served cold with hovmästarsås. It is a long-standing Nordic preservation tradition.
Elegant waterfront dining room serving refined Swedish cuisine with strong seafood options and views over Nybroviken.
Classic Södermalm beer hall known for traditional Swedish dishes, house beers and a lively historic atmosphere.
Traditional fine dining restaurant specialising in classic Swedish dishes such as herring, meatballs and game in a formal setting.
Stockholm is pricier than many European capitals, with high hotel, dining and alcohol costs, though public transport is efficient and helps control daily spending.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional and uncommon.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlstad to Stockholm trains use the Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm, Cityterminalen. Use this guide to compare Karlstad and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlstad tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frost, Br. Olssons Elektriska
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Karlstad tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Drott, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Scandic Karlstad City.
Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen is 1 km from Karlstad city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen. ATMs are available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen.
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen.
Available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen: Wheelchair accessible platforms.
Karlstad, Busstation has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Busstation.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Stockholm, Cityterminalen has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen.
Stockholm, Kungsbron (Cityterminalen) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Kungsbron (Cityterminalen): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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