2 class
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
19 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
19 m
Trains on 18 Sept
8
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm Central Station to Märsta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm Central Station to Märsta will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 8 trains from Stockholm Central Station to Märsta, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.
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854 MälartågOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm Central Station to Märsta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 35 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm Central Station to Märsta:
A train is £0.98 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Stockholm Central Station to Märsta costing on average £7.
Other travel options to Märsta take longer:
Coach takes on average 41m.
The journey is about 15m faster (21m by train vs 36m by car) and roughly £0.98 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£7 vs £7). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SL, Mälartåg.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm Central Station to Märsta trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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870 Mälartåg | 22:37 Stockholm Central Station | 0h20 | 22:57 Märsta | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
814 Mälartåg | 8:38 Stockholm Central Station | 0h19 | 8:57 Märsta | 0 changesdirect | |
830 Mälartåg | 12:38 Stockholm Central Station | 0h19 | 12:57 Märsta | 0 changesdirect | |
834 Mälartåg | 13:38 Stockholm Central Station | 0h19 | 13:57 Märsta | 0 changesdirect | |
854 Mälartåg | 18:37 Stockholm Central Station | 0h20 | 18:57 Märsta | 0 changesdirect | |
858 Mälartåg | 19:37 Stockholm Central Station | 0h20 | 19:57 Märsta | 0 changesdirect | |
862 Mälartåg | 20:37 Stockholm Central Station | 0h19 | 20:56 Märsta | 0 changesdirect | |
866 Mälartåg | 21:37 Stockholm Central Station | 0h20 | 21:57 Märsta | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Stockholm Central Station to Märsta run on average 16 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 17:41. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 18m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 6:38 |
Last train 17:41 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm Central Station to Märsta 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 Märsta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockholm Central Station to Märsta trains use the Stockholm Centralstation to Märsta tågstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockholm Central Station and Märsta train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Märsta tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurang Märsta, Sushi Yama
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Ticket office support is available at Märsta tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Märsta tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Märsta tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Märsta tågstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Arlanda Hotellby, Connect Hotel Arlanda, Radisson Blu Arlandia Hotel.