How to get to Motala from Stockholm

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Compare coach and train for Stockholm to Motala

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Motala among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a coach costs an average of £31.

Distance: 195 km

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Compare ways to travel from Stockholm to Motala

Compare the available ways to get from Stockholm to Motala, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Motala is a train with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm to Motala:

A train is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Stockholm to Motala costing on average £31.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Motala is by train with an average journey time of 3h 7m.

Other travel options to Motala take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stockholm and Motala including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 7m faster (2h 37m by train vs 2h 44m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£17 vs £37). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Stockholm to Motala

How to get to Motala from Stockholm by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Stockholm to Motala is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Motala by train

The most popular day trips by train from Motala are Linköping, Örebro, Mjolby, Norrköping and Jönköping. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Motala on Omio.

A view of Linköping

Day trip from Motala to Linköping by train

Why visit Linköping for the day?

Linköping is a university city known for its cathedral, aviation heritage and strong technology scene. The centre blends medieval character with modern student life, and Gamla Linköping adds a sense of older Sweden.

A view of Mjolby

Day trip from Motala to Mjolby by train

Why visit Mjolby for the day?

Mjölby is a small Östergötland town known for its farming landscape and industrial roots. Its river, old mill and practical centre give it a calm, local character.

A view of Norrköping

Day trip from Motala to Norrköping by train

Why visit Norrköping for the day?

Norrköping is known for its old textile mills and brick industrial quarters along the Motala ström. Today those historic buildings shape a lively centre with museums, culture and an easy link to nearby coast and forest.

A view of Jönköping

Day trip from Motala to Jönköping by train

Why visit Jönköping for the day?

Jönköping sits at the southern end of Lake Vättern, with a relaxed city centre and a strong outdoor feel. It is best known for its match industry history and Elmia’s major trade fairs, which give the city both industrial roots and a modern business profile.

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FAQs: Stockholm to Motala

Travel to Motala easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stockholm to Motala.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stockholm and Motala including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Motala is a train with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm to Motala:

A train is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Stockholm to Motala costing on average £31.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Motala is by train with an average journey time of 3h 7m.

Other travel options to Motala take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 36m.

The Stockholm to Motala distance is approximately 195 km.
The average frequency per day from Stockholm to Motala is:
  • Around 77 trains per day.
  • Around 7 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockholm and Motala as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stockholm to Motala:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stockholm Central Station and arrive in Motala, Centralstation.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) and arrive in Mjölby, Resecentrum.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm to Motala, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SJ, Malartag, Snälltåget, ÖstgötaTrafiken, VR to go to Motala by train.
  • Travel with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Express Sweden to go to Motala by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stockholm to Motala:
  • 4 direct coaches per day with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm to Motala often also extend their vacation to go to Örebro, Gothenburg, Jönköping, Linköping, Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Motala and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Stockholm to Motala, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Two to three days in Motala are ideal to explore its picturesque canals, visit the Motala Motor Museum, and enjoy activities around Lake Vättern.

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