- Must visit
Vasa Museum
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
Cheapest price
kr323
Average price
kr406
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kalmar to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kalmar to Stockholm will cost around kr406 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr323.
Of the 7 buses that leave Kalmar for Stockholm on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 313 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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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160 Kalmar LT (smågods) · 185 Kalmar LT (smågods)+
520 X 2000
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FlixBus
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kalmar to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr171. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr171, and a flight costs an average of kr590.
Distance: 194 miles (313 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr260 Average price Cheapest | kr496 Average price | kr1675 Average price | kr540 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Kalmar to Stockholm:
A bus is kr237 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kalmar to Stockholm costing on average kr496.
A bus is kr1415 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kalmar to Stockholm costing on average kr1675.
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 24m.
Bus takes on average 5h 44m.
Tickets start at around kr260 compared to roughly kr540 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr281. The journey takes 5h 44m versus 4h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr382 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr369 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr366 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr310 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr310 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr310 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr323 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:42AM | Duration 11h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price kr330 |
The table below shows live departures for Kalmar to Stockholm buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h15 | 3:50 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
200 | 1:00 PM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h05 | 7:05 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h15 | 9:15 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
200 | 5:30 PM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h05 | 11:35 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Kalmar LT (smågods) · 185 Kalmar LT (smågods)+ 520 X 2000 | 9:30 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 11h12 | 8:42 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h00 | 12:45 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
200 | 9:15 AM Kalmar, Järnvägstation | 6h05 | 3:20 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Kalmar to Stockholm run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr171 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:13, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 194 miles (313 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 194 miles (313 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price kr171 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 12:13 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Kalmar to Stockholm buses use the Kalmar, Järnvägstation to Stockholm, Cityterminalen station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm, Cityterminalen. Use this guide to compare Kalmar and Stockholm bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Stockholm, Cityterminalen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Cityterminalen (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Swedish Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen.
Available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen: Elevators, ramps.
Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Ritazza (in the station), Max Burgers (0.2 km), Vete-Katten (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen).
Available at Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen): Elevators, ramps.
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