- 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 on Aug 29
€16
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€21
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 31 m
Buses on Aug 29
19
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Linköping to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Stockholm will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 19 buses from Linköping to Stockholm, including 19 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Linköping to Stockholm:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linköping to Stockholm costing on average €19.
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 18m by bus vs 2h 19m by car) and save roughly €18 compared to fuel and tolls (€16 vs €34). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Buss.
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 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:34AM | Arrival Time 02:13PM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Vy Express Sweden | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Stockholm buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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400 | 4:50 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h35 | 7:25 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 5:45 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 8:25 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h30 | 8:25 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 7:10 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 9:50 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h25 | 11:25 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 2:40 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 5:20 AM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h10 | 6:50 AM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
500 | 4:35 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 7:15 AM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h45 | 8:05 AM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 6:00 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 8:40 AM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h50 | 11:05 AM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 11:40 AM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 10:10 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 12:50 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 3h05 | 2:10 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h35 | 3:00 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 12:25 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 3:05 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h25 | 4:00 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 1:45 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h40 | 4:25 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h45 | 7:20 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 0 transfersDirect | |
400 | 4:40 PM Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal | 2h45 | 7:25 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Linköping to Stockholm run on average 59 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €10 by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:13, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 59 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 12:13 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Stockholm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockholm trip today.
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
An open-air museum and zoo showcasing Swedish buildings, crafts, traditions, and animals. Excellent for cultural context and family visits.
The national art and design museum with strong collections of paintings, sculpture, crafts, and fashion in a refined waterfront building.
Stockholm’s medieval old town, filled with narrow lanes, colorful facades, major sights, and one of the city’s best walking atmospheres.
A lively island district known for creative shops, viewpoints, cafes, and nightlife, but also excellent daytime walks and local character.
A green island park and museum district with canals, trails, and top attractions, perfect for a full day of relaxed sightseeing.
Classic Swedish meatballs served with cream sauce, lingonberries, and potatoes. A staple of home cooking and one of Stockholm's most recognized traditional dishes.
Cured salmon with dill, sugar, and salt, often served with hovmästarsås. A hallmark of Swedish festive tables and widely enjoyed in Stockholm.
Fried herring, usually served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and pickled cucumber. A traditional everyday dish tied to Sweden's Baltic fish culture.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant focused on seasonal Nordic tasting menus. Minimalist, polished, and renowned for modern Swedish fine dining.
Elegant fine dining restaurant serving refined Nordic cuisine with Swedish ingredients. Sophisticated setting and one of Stockholm's best-known culinary addresses.
Historic food hall stall famed for traditional Swedish meatballs. Casual, busy, and ideal for trying classic home-style flavors in central Stockholm.
Stockholm is pricey for tourists: hotels, dining, and drinks cost more than many European capitals, though transit is efficient and helps manage daily costs.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxi tips are optional; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linköping to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Linköping to Stockholm buses use the Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal to Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm, Cityterminalen. Use this guide to compare Linköping and Stockholm bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Terminalen (in the station), Restaurang Storan (0.5 km), Pizzeria Napoli (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal.
Available at Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Fjärrbussterminal: 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.
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, Norra Stationsgatan is 2 km from Stockholm city centre. Public transport options include:
Stockholm, Norra Stationsgatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and restaurants available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Stockholm, Norra Stationsgatan. ATMs are available at Stockholm, Norra Stationsgatan.
Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Norra Stationsgatan.
Available at Stockholm, Norra Stationsgatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Norra Stationsgatan: Wheelchair access provided.
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