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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lidköping to Karlstad
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
99 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lidköping to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lidköping to Karlstad will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Lidköping for Karlstad every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
02:303h16
Lidköping05:46Karlstad
£121One-way
0 changes
13:313h48
Lidköping17:19Karlstad
£121One-way
0 changes
08:003h43
Lidköping11:43Karlstad
£181One-way
0 changes
02:303h16
Lidköping05:46Karlstad
£121One-way
0 changes
08:003h43
Lidköping11:43Karlstad
£181One-way
0 changes
13:313h48
Lidköping17:19Karlstad
£121One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lidköping to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lidköping to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 99 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lidköping to Karlstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Lidköping to Karlstad trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:57
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ | 13:02 Lidköping station | 5h38 | 18:40 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3968 SJ | 13:02 Lidköping station | 3h47 | 16:49 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 13:02 Lidköping station | 7h36 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 13:32 Lidköping station | 7h06 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ | 13:32 Lidköping station | 5h08 | 18:40 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3968 SJ | 13:32 Lidköping station | 3h17 | 16:49 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
600 Västtrafik+3968 SJ+ 10 Värmlandstrafik | 13:32 Lidköping station | 4h00 | 17:32 Karlstad | 2 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ | 14:02 Lidköping station | 4h38 | 18:40 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 14:02 Lidköping station | 6h36 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 1 Västtrafik · 3351 Västtrafik · 3840 Västtrafik · 13216 Västtrafik | 14:17 Lidköping | 4h37 | 18:54 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 5 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 14:32 Lidköping station | 6h06 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ | 14:32 Lidköping station | 4h08 | 18:40 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 130 Västtrafik · 133 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ | 14:47 Halvfara (Lidköping) | 4h47 | 19:34 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 4 changes | |
| 130 Västtrafik · 133 Västtrafik · 640 Västtrafik+3972 SJ | 14:47 Halvfara (Lidköping) | 4h47 | 19:34 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 4 changes | |
| 200 Västtrafik+184 SJ · 643 SJ 3000 | 14:47 Lidköping station | 3h39 | 18:26 Karlstad tågstation | 2 changes | |
| 1 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ+7 Värmlandstrafik | 14:47 Lidköping | 4h47 | 19:34 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 3 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ | 15:02 Lidköping station | 3h38 | 18:40 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 15:02 Lidköping station | 5h36 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 15:32 Lidköping station | 5h06 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ+10 Värmlandstrafik | 15:32 Lidköping station | 3h58 | 19:30 Karlstad | 2 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3972 SJ | 15:32 Lidköping station | 3h08 | 18:40 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 1 Västtrafik · 3356 Västtrafik+645 SJ 3000+7 Värmlandstrafik | 15:47 Lidköping | 5h20 | 21:07 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 3 changes | |
| 130 Västtrafik · 3356 Västtrafik+645 SJ 3000+7 Värmlandstrafik | 15:57 Halvfara (Lidköping) | 5h10 | 21:07 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 3 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 16:02 Lidköping station | 4h36 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 1 Västtrafik · 3355 Västtrafik · 3844 Västtrafik · 13224 Västtrafik | 16:17 Lidköping | 4h50 | 21:07 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 6 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 16:30 Lidköping station | 4h08 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 3356 Västtrafik+645 SJ 3000 | 16:30 Lidköping station | 3h36 | 20:06 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 3356 Västtrafik+645 SJ 3000+10 Värmlandstrafik | 16:30 Lidköping station | 4h30 | 21:00 Karlstad | 2 changes | |
| 1 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ+7 Värmlandstrafik | 16:47 Lidköping | 5h06 | 21:53 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 3 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 17:00 Lidköping station | 3h38 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| 130 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ+7 Värmlandstrafik | 17:04 Halvfara (Lidköping) | 4h49 | 21:53 Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 3 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ+10 Värmlandstrafik | 17:30 Lidköping station | 4h15 | 21:45 Karlstad | 2 changes | |
| 600 Västtrafik+3976 SJ | 17:30 Lidköping station | 3h08 | 20:38 Karlstad tågstation | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 02:30 Lidköping | 3h16 | 05:46 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Lidköping | 3h43 | 11:43 Karlstad | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lidköping to Karlstad
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Trains from Lidköping to Karlstad run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 3h 9m.
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 99 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 02:15 |
Last train 21:16 |
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
Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, Tågab from Lidköping to Karlstad trainsSJ, Västtrafik, Tågab trains will get you between Lidköping and Karlstad from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SJ
About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 9m
Cheapest Price
£11
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Västtrafik
About
Västtrafik is a public transport provider in Sweden, offering a wide range of services to its customers. It operates a network of trains, buses, trams and ferries, with services running from early morning to late at night. The trains come in a variety of types, including regional, express and night trains. Regional trains are the most common, providing frequent stops and connecting smaller towns and cities. Express trains are faster, with fewer stops, while night trains offer overnight journeys. Västtrafik offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a café car. The most popular routes for Västtrafik are between Gothenburg and Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö, and Gothenburg and Oslo. These routes offer frequent services and provide a convenient way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 48m
Cheapest Price
£12
Västtrafik frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages available for purchase on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Tågab
About
Tågåkeriet i Bergslagen (TÅGAB) is a Swedish railway company established in 1994 and headquartered in Kristinehamn. It operates both freight and passenger trains in Sweden and Norway. TÅGAB's passenger services include routes like Gothenburg-Karlstad-Kristinehamn-Falun/Mora and Karlstad-Stockholm, often utilizing Rc3 locomotives with passenger coaches or X10 railcars. For some regional passenger transport, TÅGAB collaborates with Tåg i Bergslagen, using Bombardier Regina and SJ X12 railcars. The company also handles freight traffic, particularly for industrial plants along its routes, and was one of the first private companies for rail freight transport in Sweden.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£15
Tågab frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
FAQs: Lidköping to Karlstad train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lidköping to Karlstad 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 Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Lidköping to Karlstad can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Lidköping to Karlstad covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 3h 9m. Trains run 15 per day.
The train distance from Lidköping to Karlstad is 99 km.
The first train from Lidköping to Karlstad leaves at 2:15.
The last train from Lidköping to Karlstad departs at 21:16.
Trains from Lidköping to Karlstad run approximately 15 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lidköping to Karlstad.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lidköping to Karlstad.
To get from Lidköping to Karlstad, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Lidköping to Karlstad.
The train station in Lidköping that goes to Karlstad is Lidköping station, and it arrives at Karlstad tågstation.
The cheapest way to get from Lidköping to Karlstad is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Lidköping to Karlstad in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lidköping to Karlstad offers scenic views, including picturesque countryside landscapes, lush forests, and glimpses of Lake Vänern, providing a pleasant experience for travellers.
A day trip from Lidköping to Karlstad is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 9m one way. However, there are 15 trains available per day.
In Karlstad, you can explore Vänern Lake, offering boating, fishing, and scenic walks. Experience live events at Löfbergs Lila Arena or visit Karlstad University to enjoy its architecture and vibrant student life. Savour local cuisine at bustling food markets and relax at Sundstabadet, a popular water park. Discover cultural and historical sights like Värmlands Museum, Alsters Herrgård, Mariebergsskogen park, Sandgrund Lars Lerin art gallery, and the historic Karlstad Cathedral.
Two to three days in Karlstad are ideal to explore its main attractions, such as the beautiful Lake Vänern, Värmlands Museum, and Mariebergsskogen Park, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Lidköping to Karlstad.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lidköping and Karlstad
Lidköping
Karlstad
The major train station for departures in Lidköping is Lidköping station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lidköping station for your trip from Lidköping to Karlstad.
Lidköping station
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
Dining
- Restaurang Italia
- Rådhuskonditoriet
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- SEK 10
Hotel
- Best Western Plus Edward Hotel
- Stadshotellet Lidköping
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional trains
- Hall 2: bus connections
Public transport options for Lidköping station
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Gothenburg and Mariestad
Framnäs City station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMWCHotelBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Lidköping, Isstadion
information
The major train station for arrivals in Karlstad is Karlstad tågstation. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Karlstad tågstation for your journey to Karlstad from Lidköping.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Drottninggatan.
Dining
- Restaurant Frost
- Br. Olssons Elektriska
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- SEK 10
Hotel
- Clarion Collection Hotel Drott
- Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad
- Scandic Karlstad City
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- SIXT
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
Public transport options for Karlstad tågstation
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
Karlstad, Busstation
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Karlstad, Länsstyrelsen
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