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Jönköpings läns museum
Regional museum with art, cultural history, and the John Bauer collection; one of the city’s main indoor attractions.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlstad to Jönköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Jönköping will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Karlstad to Jönköping without transferring at least once.
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850 · 400Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Jönköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlstad to Jönköping:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Karlstad to Jönköping costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Jönköping take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 02:01PM | Duration 4h46 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 01:33PM | Arrival Time 07:01PM | Duration 5h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Västtrafik | Departure Time 02:33PM | Arrival Time 08:01PM | Duration 5h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BTbuss | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:02PM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Jönköping buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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850 · 400 | 1:05 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 10h10 | 11:15 AM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 9h15 | 11:40 AM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 · 400 | 4:00 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 10h00 | 2:00 PM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 · 400 | 5:00 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 11h55 | 4:55 PM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 · 500 | 6:10 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 9h20 | 3:30 PM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 9h10 | 5:10 PM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 · 400 | 9:00 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 9h45 | 6:45 PM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 · 400 | 10:35 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 10h25 | 9:00 PM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 10h50 | 10:00 PM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 · 400 | 1:00 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 11h25 | 12:25 AM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 11h00 | 3:40 AM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 1 transfer | |
850 · 850 · 500 | 11:40 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 12h20 | 12:00 PM Jönköping, Resecentrum | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Karlstad to Jönköping run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:22, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 37m |
First bus 12:22 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Jönköping — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Jönköping trip today.
Regional museum with art, cultural history, and the John Bauer collection; one of the city’s main indoor attractions.
Specialist museum in a former match factory explaining Jönköping’s global match industry and local industrial heritage.
Museum covering the history of Husqvarna’s manufacturing, from weapons to motorcycles, sewing machines, and household products.
Long lakeside promenade and beach area along Lake Vättern, ideal for walking, views, and everyday local city life.
Hilltop city park with open green space, playgrounds, and panoramic views over Jönköping and the lakes.
Island destination in Lake Vättern known for cycling, open landscapes, and a relaxed heritage-rich atmosphere.
A traditional Småland sausage with a mildly sour, smoky flavor, often served with dill-stewed potatoes and pickled beetroot. It is a classic regional dish connected to the area around Jönköping.
Potato dumplings traditionally filled with pork and onion, served with melted butter, cream, and lingonberries. Common across southern Sweden and well known in Småland.
Crispy Swedish potato pancakes served with fried pork and lingonberries. This hearty comfort food is widely eaten in the region and is a familiar classic on Swedish lunch menus.
A well-known upscale restaurant in central Jönköping, recognized for refined Nordic cooking, tasting menus, and a modern yet relaxed atmosphere.
An established seafood-focused restaurant known for carefully prepared fish dishes, shellfish, and a polished dining room suitable for a special meal.
A long-established Jönköping restaurant appreciated for its contemporary Swedish and European dishes, dependable quality, and warm, intimate atmosphere.
Prices are high by global standards. Eating out and alcohol cost more, but transport and coffee are manageable.
Tipping is not expected because service is included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Little or no tip in cafés.
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Jönköping Resecentrum, Jönköping -> Jönköping City Center, Jönköping
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