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Skansen
Open-air museum and zoo presenting historic Swedish buildings, crafts and traditions across a large Djurgården hillside site.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vara to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vara to Stockholm will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Vara to Stockholm you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Vara to Stockholm run on average 42 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 42 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Vara to Stockholm.
The table below shows live departures for Vara to Stockholm trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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13328 Västtrafik · 3332 Västtrafik+ 4122 Mälartåg | 21:32 Vara tågstation | 11h48 | 9:20 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13328 Västtrafik · 200 Västtrafik+ 420 SJ Snabbtåg | 21:32 Vara tågstation | 11h03 | 8:35 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
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3341 Västtrafik+ 422 SJ Snabbtåg | 6:02 Stora Levene station | 3h41 | 9:43 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3341 Västtrafik+ 422 SJ Snabbtåg | 6:06 Håkantorp | 3h37 | 9:43 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3815 Västtrafik+ 422 SJ Snabbtåg | 6:27 Vara tågstation | 3h16 | 9:43 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
103 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+ 424 SJ Snabbtåg | 6:51 Vara tågstation | 3h47 | 10:38 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3817 Västtrafik · 3428 Västtrafik+ 2006 VR | 7:26 Vara tågstation | 3h30 | 10:56 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13303 Västtrafik · 13383 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional | 8:12 Stora Levene station | 5h32 | 13:44 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13303 Västtrafik · 13383 Västtrafik+ 660 SJ InterCity+ 170 SJ Regional | 8:12 Stora Levene station | 5h08 | 13:20 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
13303 Västtrafik · 13383 Västtrafik+ 426 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:12 Stora Levene station | 3h27 | 11:39 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13383 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional+ 660 SJ InterCity | 8:25 Håkantorp | 4h55 | 13:20 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13383 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional | 8:25 Håkantorp | 5h19 | 13:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
13383 Västtrafik+ 426 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:25 Håkantorp | 3h14 | 11:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
13383 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional | 8:31 Vara tågstation | 5h13 | 13:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
13383 Västtrafik+ 426 SJ Snabbtåg | 8:31 Vara tågstation | 3h08 | 11:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
13383 Västtrafik+ 170 SJ Regional+ 660 SJ InterCity | 8:31 Vara tågstation | 4h49 | 13:20 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3821 Västtrafik+ 4132 Mälartåg+ 172 SJ Regional | 9:52 Vara tågstation | 4h16 | 14:08 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3821 Västtrafik+ 172 SJ Regional | 9:52 Vara tågstation | 4h52 | 14:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3821 Västtrafik+ 430 SJ Snabbtåg+ 172 SJ Regional | 9:52 Vara tågstation | 3h44 | 13:36 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3302 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+ 432 SJ Snabbtåg | 9:57 Håkantorp | 4h43 | 14:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3302 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ Regional | 9:57 Håkantorp | 5h47 | 15:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3302 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+ 432 SJ Snabbtåg | 10:00 Stora Levene station | 4h40 | 14:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3302 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:00 Stora Levene station | 5h44 | 15:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3823 Västtrafik+ 432 SJ Snabbtåg+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:56 Vara tågstation | 3h44 | 14:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3823 Västtrafik+ 174 SJ Regional | 10:56 Vara tågstation | 4h48 | 15:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3349 Västtrafik+ 138 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ Regional | 11:45 Stora Levene station | 5h17 | 17:02 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3349 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ Regional | 11:45 Stora Levene station | 5h59 | 17:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3349 Västtrafik+ 434 SJ Snabbtåg | 11:45 Stora Levene station | 3h54 | 15:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3349 Västtrafik+ 138 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ Regional | 11:49 Håkantorp | 5h13 | 17:02 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3349 Västtrafik+ 434 SJ Snabbtåg | 11:49 Håkantorp | 3h50 | 15:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3349 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ Regional | 11:49 Håkantorp | 5h55 | 17:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
13304 Västtrafik · 504 Västtrafik+ 138 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ Regional | 12:08 Håkantorp | 4h54 | 17:02 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
13304 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+ 436 SJ Snabbtåg | 12:08 Håkantorp | 4h32 | 16:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13304 Västtrafik · 504 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ Regional | 12:08 Håkantorp | 5h36 | 17:44 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13304 Västtrafik · 504 Västtrafik+ 138 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ Regional | 12:11 Stora Levene station | 4h51 | 17:02 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
13304 Västtrafik · 504 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ Regional | 12:11 Stora Levene station | 5h33 | 17:44 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
13304 Västtrafik · 600 Västtrafik+ 436 SJ Snabbtåg | 12:11 Stora Levene station | 4h29 | 16:40 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3827 Västtrafik+ 138 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ Regional | 12:33 Vara tågstation | 4h29 | 17:02 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
3827 Västtrafik+ 178 SJ Regional | 12:33 Vara tågstation | 5h11 | 17:44 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
3827 Västtrafik+ 434 SJ Snabbtåg | 12:33 Vara tågstation | 3h06 | 15:39 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
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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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Most Vara to Stockholm trains use the Vara tågstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården. Use this guide to compare Vara and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vara tågstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Vara tågstation.
Available at Vara tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vara tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vara tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.
Haakantorp station is 5 km from Vara city centre. Public transport options include:
Haakantorp station has practical services for this route, including Parking.
Available at Haakantorp station: Parking.
Stora Levene station is 7 km from Vara city centre. Public transport options include:
Stora Levene station has practical services for this route, including Parking.
Available at Stora Levene station: Parking.
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, Kungsträdgården has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and kiosks inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården.
Available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
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