- Must visit
Skansen
Open-air museum and zoo presenting historic Swedish buildings, crafts and traditions across a large Djurgården hillside site.
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
86
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vanersborg to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vanersborg to Stockholm will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Vanersborg to Stockholm you need to make at least one change.
3831 Västtrafik+
2050 VR Snabbtåg
3841 Västtrafik+
2050 VR Snabbtåg
3835 Västtrafik+
2050 VR Snabbtåg
3827 Västtrafik+
2050 VR Snabbtåg
3837 Västtrafik+
2050 VR Snabbtåg
3827 Västtrafik+
434 X 2000
3837 Västtrafik+
442 X 2000
3815 Västtrafik+
422 X 2000
3827 Västtrafik+
434 X 2000
3837 Västtrafik+
442 X 2000Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vanersborg to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 347 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price | £147 Average Price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Vanersborg to Stockholm trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
68 Västtrafik · 3823 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ · 432 X 2000 | 9:36 Vanersborg | 5h04 | 14:40 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
3823 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ · 432 X 2000 | 10:21 Öxnered tågstation | 4h19 | 14:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3823 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ | 10:27 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 7h17 | 17:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3823 Västtrafik+ 434 X 2000 | 10:27 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h12 | 15:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3823 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ · 432 X 2000 | 10:27 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h13 | 14:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3823 Västtrafik+ 182 SJ | 10:27 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 9h17 | 19:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 3827 Västtrafik+ 434 X 2000 | 11:36 Vanersborg | 4h03 | 15:39 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
434 X 2000+ 3827 Västtrafik | 11:53 Öxnered tågstation | 3h46 | 15:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3959 SJ · 436 X 2000 | 11:58 Öxnered tågstation | 4h42 | 16:40 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3827 Västtrafik+ 184 SJ | 12:03 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 8h41 | 20:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3827 Västtrafik+ 434 X 2000 | 12:03 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 3h36 | 15:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3827 Västtrafik+ 182 SJ | 12:03 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 7h41 | 19:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3827 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ | 12:03 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h41 | 17:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 3831 Västtrafik+ 180 SJ · 438 X 2000 | 12:36 Vanersborg | 5h04 | 17:40 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
68 Västtrafik · 3251 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000 | 13:06 Vanersborg | 5h35 | 18:41 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3831 Västtrafik+ 180 SJ · 438 X 2000 | 13:22 Öxnered tågstation | 4h18 | 17:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3831 Västtrafik+ 184 SJ | 13:28 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 7h16 | 20:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3831 Västtrafik+ 186 SJ | 13:28 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 8h16 | 21:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3831 Västtrafik+ 180 SJ · 438 X 2000 | 13:28 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h12 | 17:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3831 Västtrafik+ 182 SJ | 13:28 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h16 | 19:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3251 Västtrafik+ 440 X 2000 | 13:39 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h02 | 18:41 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3963 SJ · 440 X 2000 | 13:55 Öxnered tågstation | 4h46 | 18:41 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 3835 Västtrafik+ 2042 VR Snabbtåg | 14:36 Vanersborg | 4h21 | 18:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3835 Västtrafik+ 2042 VR Snabbtåg | 14:55 Öxnered tågstation | 4h02 | 18:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3835 Västtrafik+ 186 SJ | 15:01 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h43 | 21:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3835 Västtrafik+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 15:01 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 7h56 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3835 Västtrafik+ 2042 VR Snabbtåg | 15:01 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 3h56 | 18:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3835 Västtrafik+ 184 SJ | 15:01 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h43 | 20:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
442 X 2000+ 68 Västtrafik · 3837 Västtrafik · 67 Västtrafik | 15:16 Vanersborg | 4h23 | 19:39 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 3261 Västtrafik · 68 Västtrafik | 15:36 Vanersborg | 5h26 | 21:02 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3837 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000 | 15:52 Öxnered tågstation | 3h47 | 19:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3967 SJ · 444 X 2000 | 15:53 Öxnered tågstation | 4h46 | 20:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3837 Västtrafik+ 448 X 2000 | 15:58 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h41 | 22:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3837 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000 | 15:58 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 3h41 | 19:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3837 Västtrafik+ 186 SJ | 15:58 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h46 | 21:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3837 Västtrafik+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 15:58 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h59 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
446 X 2000+ 68 Västtrafik · 3263 Västtrafik | 16:06 Vanersborg | 5h37 | 21:43 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3261 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 448 X 2000 | 16:08 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h31 | 22:39 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3261 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg · 2052 VR Snabbtåg | 16:08 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 7h49 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3261 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg | 16:08 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h54 | 21:02 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg · 2050 VR Snabbtåg+ 3261 Västtrafik | 16:08 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h49 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3261 Västtrafik+ 2046 VR Snabbtåg | 16:13 Öxnered tågstation | 4h49 | 21:02 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3263 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000 | 16:38 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h05 | 21:43 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3263 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000 | 16:43 Öxnered tågstation | 5h00 | 21:43 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
448 X 2000+ 67 Västtrafik · 3841 Västtrafik · 68 Västtrafik | 17:16 Vanersborg | 5h23 | 22:39 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
2050 VR Snabbtåg+ 3269 Västtrafik · 68 Västtrafik | 17:36 Vanersborg | 5h21 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3841 Västtrafik+ 192 SJ · 450 SJ 3000 | 17:50 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h54 | 23:44 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3841 Västtrafik+ 448 X 2000 | 17:50 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h49 | 22:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3841 Västtrafik+ 2052 VR Snabbtåg | 17:50 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h07 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3841 Västtrafik+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 17:50 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h07 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3971 SJ · 448 X 2000 | 17:55 Öxnered tågstation | 4h44 | 22:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3269 Västtrafik+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 18:07 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h50 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3269 Västtrafik+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg · 2052 VR Snabbtåg | 18:07 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h50 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3269 Västtrafik+ 2050 VR Snabbtåg | 18:14 Öxnered tågstation | 4h43 | 22:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 3273 Västtrafik+ 2052 VR Snabbtåg | 18:36 Vanersborg | 5h21 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3273 Västtrafik+ 2052 VR Snabbtåg | 19:07 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h50 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3273 Västtrafik+ 2052 VR Snabbtåg | 19:13 Öxnered tågstation | 4h44 | 23:57 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 17387 Västtrafik+ 420 X 2000 | 22:36 Vanersborg | 9h59 | 8:35 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
17387 Västtrafik+ 420 X 2000 | 23:07 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 9h28 | 8:35 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
17387 Västtrafik+ 420 X 2000 | 23:12 Öxnered tågstation | 9h23 | 8:35 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 3815 Västtrafik+ 422 X 2000 | 5:06 Vanersborg | 4h37 | 9:43 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3815 Västtrafik+ 422 X 2000 | 5:51 Öxnered tågstation | 3h52 | 9:43 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3815 Västtrafik+ 2032 VR Snabbtåg | 5:57 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 8h02 | 13:59 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3815 Västtrafik+ 422 X 2000 | 5:57 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 3h46 | 9:43 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3815 Västtrafik+ 2004 VR Snabbtåg | 5:57 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h05 | 10:02 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3815 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ | 5:57 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 8h47 | 14:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 67 Västtrafik · 3817 Västtrafik · 3428 Västtrafik | 6:14 Vanersborg | 4h42 | 10:56 Stockholm Central Station | 4 changes | |
3817 Västtrafik · 3428 Västtrafik+ 2006 VR Snabbtåg | 6:44 Öxnered tågstation | 4h12 | 10:56 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3817 Västtrafik · 3428 Västtrafik+ 2006 VR Snabbtåg | 6:56 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h00 | 10:56 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3817 Västtrafik+ 2032 VR Snabbtåg | 6:56 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 7h03 | 13:59 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3817 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ | 6:56 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 7h48 | 14:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3817 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ | 6:56 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h48 | 13:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 67 Västtrafik · 3819 Västtrafik+ 426 X 2000 | 7:14 Vanersborg | 4h25 | 11:39 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
3819 Västtrafik+ 426 X 2000 | 7:41 Öxnered tågstation | 3h58 | 11:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3819 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ | 7:47 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h57 | 14:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3819 Västtrafik+ 2032 VR Snabbtåg | 7:47 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h12 | 13:59 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3819 Västtrafik+ 426 X 2000 | 7:47 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 3h52 | 11:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3819 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ | 7:47 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h57 | 13:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3951 SJ · 428 X 2000 | 7:54 Öxnered tågstation | 4h46 | 12:40 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
68 Västtrafik · 67 Västtrafik · 3821 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ | 8:45 Vanersborg | 4h51 | 13:36 Stockholm Central Station | 4 changes | |
3821 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ · 430 X 2000 | 9:13 Öxnered tågstation | 4h23 | 13:36 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3233 Västtrafik+ 2032 VR Snabbtåg | 9:14 Öxnered tågstation | 4h45 | 13:59 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3821 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ | 9:21 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 6h23 | 15:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3821 Västtrafik+ 2032 VR Snabbtåg | 9:21 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h38 | 13:59 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3821 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ · 430 X 2000 | 9:21 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 4h15 | 13:36 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3821 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ | 9:21 Vänersborg, Centralstation | 5h23 | 14:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Vanersborg to Stockholm run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 347 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Stockholm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockholm trip today.
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 Vanersborg 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 Vanersborg to Stockholm trains use the Vänersborg, Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm Södra. Use this guide to compare Vanersborg and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vänersborg, Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sushi Ro, Restaurang Koppargrillen
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Vänersborg, Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vänersborg, Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vänersborg, Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vänersborg, Centralstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vänersborg, Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Vänersborg, Best Western Arena Hotell, Strand Hotell.
Vänersborg, Rattgatan is 3 km from Vanersborg city centre. Public transport options include:
Vänersborg, Rattgatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Vänersborg, Rattgatan. ATMs are available at Vänersborg, Rattgatan.
Ticket office support is available at Vänersborg, Rattgatan.
Available at Vänersborg, Rattgatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vänersborg, Rattgatan: Wheelchair accessible ramps and surfaces available.
Öxnered tågstation is 3 km from Vanersborg city centre. Public transport options include:
Öxnered tågstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Available at Öxnered tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Öxnered tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Öxnered tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.
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 Södra is 2 km from Stockholm city centre. Public transport options include:
Stockholm Södra has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pelikan, Kvarnen
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm Södra. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stockholm Södra. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockholm Södra: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Södra: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Södra: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rival, Clarion Hotel Stockholm, Hilton Stockholm Slussen.
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