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Arlanda Flygsamlingar
An aviation museum at Arlanda with historic aircraft, engines and stories of Swedish civil and military flying.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Stockholm-Arlanda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £118 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £118, while a train costs an average of £509.
Distance: 1405 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£509 Average Price | £168 Average Price | £118 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 29m Average total duration 28h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52h 0m Average total duration 51h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 25h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Stockholm-Arlanda:
A flight is £50 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Manchester to Stockholm-Arlanda costing on average £168.
A flight is £391 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Stockholm-Arlanda costing on average £509.
Other travel options to Stockholm-Arlanda take longer:
Train takes on average 28h 59m.
Coach takes on average 51h 30m.
Tickets start at around £509 compared to roughly £70 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-438.67. The journey takes 28h 59m versus 25h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Stockholm-Arlanda trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:35 Manchester | 27h35 | 14:10 Stockholm-Arlanda | 6 changes | |
![]() | 14:35 Manchester | 31h05 | 21:40 Stockholm-Arlanda | 5 changes | |
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Trains from Manchester to Stockholm-Arlanda run on average 2 times per day, taking around 28h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £493 but you can travel from only £118 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 10:35, the last at 14:35. The fastest train covers the 1405 km distance in 27h 27m.
Distance 1405 km |
Average train duration 28h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £493 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 27h 27m |
First train 10:35 |
Last train 14:35 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxi fares are fixed on the meter; rounding up is optional. Cafés do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Stockholm-Arlanda 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-Arlanda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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