4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Karlstad to Borlänge
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlstad to Borlänge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Borlänge will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 buses that leave Karlstad for Borlänge on Wed, Jun 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 164 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 28 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 5 h 28 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.
4:32 PM5h28Karlstad10:00 PMBorlänge$471One-way0 transfers- 5:32 PM5h28Karlstad11:00 PMBorlänge$471One-way0 transfers
- 5:32 PM5h28Karlstad11:00 PMBorlänge$471One-way0 transfers
- 4:32 PM5h28Karlstad10:00 PMBorlänge$471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlstad to Borlänge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Borlänge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Karlstad to Borlänge:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Karlstad to Borlänge costing on average $52 (€42).
Other travel options to Borlänge take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Karlstad to Borlänge Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TagiBergslagen | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 08:31AM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator TagiBergslagen | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:31AM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator TagiBergslagen | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:31PM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator TagiBergslagen | Departure Time 08:51AM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 5h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator TagiBergslagen | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 5h33 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 09:27PM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 03:33PM | Arrival Time 10:18PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 10:27PM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator TagiBergslagen | Departure Time 04:32PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h28 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator TagiBergslagen | Departure Time 05:32PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h28 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Live departures
Karlstad to Borlänge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Borlänge buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 184 SJ+ 2160 Mälartåg+26 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken | 3:33 PM Karlstad | 6h45 | 10:18 PM Borlänge | 7 transfers | |
184 SJ+2160 Mälartåg+26 SJ+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 3:40 PM Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 6h47 | 10:27 PM Borlänge Rosengatan | 7 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Karlstad to Borlänge
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Buses from Karlstad to Borlänge run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 4m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
FAQs: Bus from Karlstad to Borlänge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad to Borlänge by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Borlänge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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