Lidköping to Stockholm train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lidköping to Stockholm

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

3 h 22 m

Average duration

3 h 55 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

296 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lidköping to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lidköping to Stockholm will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Lidköping for Stockholm every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.

SJ
17:543h49
Lidköping
21:43Stockholm
£211One-way
0 changes
Västtrafik
14:114h15
Lidköping
18:26Stockholm
£331One-way
0 changes
Västtrafik
08:434h19
Lidköping
13:02Stockholm
£341One-way
0 changes
SJ
05:263h22
Lidköping
08:48Stockholm
£341One-way
0 changes
Västtrafik
14:004h26
Lidköping
18:26Stockholm
£381One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Lidköping to Stockholm

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lidköping to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £37.

Distance: 296 km

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Coach

£33

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Cheapest

£39

Average Price

3h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 26m

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Additional time*

5h 28m

Average total duration

4h 58m

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Live departures

Lidköping to Stockholm train times

The table below shows live departures for Lidköping to Stockholm trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik+sj430 X 2000+sl_se5 SL08:18 Lidköping
5h02
13:20 Stockholm3 changes
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj430 X 200008:22 Lidköping
4h17
12:39 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik200 Västtrafik+sj430 X 200009:01 Lidköping station
3h38
12:39 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik3372 Västtrafik+malartag134 Mälartåg09:23 Framnäs City station
4h45
14:08 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik3372 Västtrafik+malartag134 Mälartåg09:28 Lidköping station
4h40
14:08 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+sj434 X 2000+sl_se5 SL10:47 Lidköping
4h33
15:20 Stockholm3 changes
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 3312 Västtrafik · 3384 Västtrafik+sj638 SJ 300011:17 Lidköping
5h33
16:50 Stockholm4 changes
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj434 X 200011:22 Lidköping
3h22
14:44 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj434 X 200011:26 Lidköping station
3h18
14:44 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik3312 Västtrafik · 3384 Västtrafik+sj638 SJ 300011:53 Framnäs City station
4h23
16:16 Stockholm Central Station2 changes
vasttrafik3312 Västtrafik · 3384 Västtrafik+sj638 SJ 300012:03 Lidköping station
4h13
16:16 Stockholm Central Station2 changes
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik+sj438 X 2000+sl_se5 SL12:17 Lidköping
5h03
17:20 Stockholm3 changes
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj438 X 200012:22 Lidköping
4h18
16:40 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+sj440 X 2000+sl_se5 SL12:47 Lidköping
5h32
18:19 Stockholm3 changes
vasttrafik200 Västtrafik+sj438 X 200013:01 Lidköping station
3h39
16:40 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj440 X 200013:22 Lidköping
4h24
17:46 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj440 X 200013:26 Lidköping station
4h20
17:46 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+sj442 X 2000+sl_se5 SL14:17 Lidköping
5h02
19:19 Stockholm3 changes
vasttrafik3315 Västtrafik+sj442 X 200014:30 Framnäs City station
4h14
18:44 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj442 X 200014:50 Lidköping
3h54
18:44 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj442 X 200014:54 Lidköping station
3h50
18:44 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik1 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+sj446 X 2000+sl_se5 SL16:17 Lidköping
5h00
21:17 Stockholm3 changes
vasttrafik3375 Västtrafik+sj188 SJ · 446 X 200016:33 Framnäs City station
4h10
20:43 Stockholm Central Station2 changes
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj446 X 200016:50 Lidköping
3h53
20:43 Stockholm Central Station1 change
vasttrafik600 Västtrafik+sj446 X 200016:54 Lidköping station
3h49
20:43 Stockholm Central Station1 change
sj05:26 Lidköping
3h22
08:48 Stockholm0 changesdirect
vasttrafik07:37 Lidköping
3h51
11:28 Stockholm0 changesdirect

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Overview: Train from Lidköping to Stockholm

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Trains from Lidköping to Stockholm run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 3h 17m.

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
296 km
Average train duration
3h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
28
Fastest train
3h 17m
First train
00:05
Last train
23:55
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, VR, Västtrafik from Lidköping to Stockholm trainsSJ, VR, Västtrafik trains will get you between Lidköping and Stockholm from £17. 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 22m
Cheapest Price
£21
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

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs 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 51m
Cheapest Price
£31
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

FAQs: Lidköping to Stockholm train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lidköping 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.

FAQs
The train journey from Lidköping to Stockholm offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque Swedish countryside, including lush forests and charming small towns along the way.
Booking trains from Lidköping to Stockholm in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Lidköping to Stockholm is 296 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Lidköping to Stockholm can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The cheapest way to get from Lidköping to Stockholm is by train, costing approximately £17.
A stay of three to four days in Stockholm is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Vasa Museum, the Royal Palace, and the historic Gamla Stan, while also allowing time for leisurely strolls and enjoying local cuisine.
The train station in Lidköping that goes to Stockholm is Lidköping station, and it arrives at Stockholm Central Station.
The train journey from Lidköping to Stockholm covers a distance of 296 km and takes approximately 3h 17m. Trains run 28 per day.
The first train from Lidköping to Stockholm leaves at 0:05.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lidköping to Stockholm.
In Stockholm, you can enjoy Fotografiska, a contemporary photography museum with a rooftop café, explore the vibrant district of Södermalm, and take a boat tour through the stunning Stockholm Archipelago. Visit the Royal National City Park for outdoor activities or indulge in a traditional Swedish fika at a local café. Don't miss the historic Gamla Stan, the impressive Vasa Museum, Skansen open-air museum and zoo, the opulent Stockholm Palace, and the interactive ABBA The Museum.
The last train from Lidköping to Stockholm departs at 23:55.
Yes, you can take the train from Lidköping to Stockholm.
Trains from Lidköping to Stockholm run approximately 28 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lidköping to Stockholm.
A day trip from Lidköping to Stockholm is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 17m. Trains run 28 times per day and the distance is 296 km.
There is no night train service from Lidköping to Stockholm.
To get from Lidköping to Stockholm, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lidköping and Stockholm

Lidköping
Stockholm
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 Stockholm.
Lidköping stationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurang Italia
  • Rådhuskonditoriet
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • SEK 10
Hotel
Hotel
  • Best Western Plus Edward Hotel
  • Stadshotellet Lidköping
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
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
Lidköping, Isstadion
information
Framnäs City stationParkingDiningATMWCHotelBike ParkingCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
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