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Värmlands Museum
Värmlands Museum presents regional history, design, and art in a striking waterfront building, making it one of Karlstad’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price on Oct 09
Kč830
Average ticket price on Oct 09
Kč984
Fastest journey on Oct 09
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
4 h 21 m
Buses on Oct 09
20
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Karlstad will cost around Kč984 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč830.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 20 buses from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Karlstad, including 12 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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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850Buses from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Karlstad run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč337 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč337 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč765 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč531 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:41AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč765 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:46AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h24 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč531 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč789 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč544 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:28AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h32 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price Kč544 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:31AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč739 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator VL | Departure Time 09:46AM | Arrival Time 07:51PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč1118 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator VL | Departure Time 11:42AM | Arrival Time 09:53PM | Duration 10h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč927 |
Operator VL | Departure Time 11:46AM | Arrival Time 09:53PM | Duration 10h07 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price Kč1118 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč739 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč986 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč856 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price Kč570 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:41PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč856 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:46PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h24 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price Kč570 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč1036 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč1110 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč1110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price Kč830 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price Kč830 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč789 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč1160 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč789 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 08:12PM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 14h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Kč974 |
Operator Vy Bus4You | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč715 |
Operator VL | Departure Time 11:12PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 13h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč927 |
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Karlstad buses for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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850 | 10:15 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h35 | 2:50 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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850 | 12:15 AM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h25 | 4:40 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 5:30 AM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h35 | 10:05 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5 | 5h35 | 12:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:41 AM Stockholm, Arlanda | 5h29 | 12:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
850 | 8:55 AM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h20 | 1:15 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5 | 5h35 | 3:00 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:31 AM Stockholm, Arlanda | 5h29 | 3:00 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
850 | 9:45 AM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h20 | 2:05 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 11:00 AM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h20 | 3:20 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 12:45 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h20 | 5:05 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5 | 5h35 | 7:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:41 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 5h29 | 7:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
850 | 1:45 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h25 | 6:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 2:45 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h35 | 7:20 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 4:30 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h35 | 9:05 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Stockholm, Arlanda Terminal 5 | 5h35 | 10:55 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:26 PM Stockholm, Arlanda | 5h29 | 10:55 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
850 | 6:35 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h35 | 11:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
850 | 7:30 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 4h35 | 12:05 AM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Karlstad — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Karlstad trip today.
Värmlands Museum presents regional history, design, and art in a striking waterfront building, making it one of Karlstad’s essential cultural visits.
Sandgrund Lars Lerin is a celebrated art gallery showing Lars Lerin’s watercolor works in a former dance hall by the river.
Brigadmuseum explores Sweden’s Cold War and military history through immersive exhibitions, vehicles, and personal stories.
Mariebergsskogen is Karlstad’s beloved city park, with lakeside walks, gardens, playgrounds, and easy year-round outdoor recreation.
Sandgrundsudden is a scenic waterfront peninsula with museum architecture, river views, and one of the city’s most pleasant walking areas.
Stora Torget is the central square, surrounded by shops and civic buildings, and an easy starting point for exploring Karlstad on foot.
A crisp potato waffle from Värmland, traditionally served with lingonberries and often pork or cream. It is one of the region’s best-known heritage dishes.
A dense porridge of roasted oat or barley flour, shaped by hand and served with fried pork and lingonberries. Strongly linked to old farm cooking in Värmland.
Pickled herring in classic Swedish styles such as onion, mustard, or dill. Common on festive tables in Värmland and across Sweden.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for seasonal Nordic tasting menus, careful technique, and a polished atmosphere in central Karlstad.
Popular casual venue and brewery known for craft beer, hearty Swedish pub food, and a lively waterfront setting.
Well-known restaurant serving grilled meats, classic dishes, and drinks in a relaxed brasserie-style atmosphere.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is manageable and Karlstad is usually less costly than Stockholm or Gothenburg.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis may be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Karlstad Busstation -> Karlstad Centralstation
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Karlstad 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 Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Karlstad buses use the Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) to Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation station pair, with some services arriving at Karlstad, Centralstationen. Use this guide to compare Stockholm Arlanda Airport and Karlstad bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station), Coffee Shop Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for easy access.
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation.
Available at Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation: Elevators, ramps.
Karlstad, Centralstationen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Karlstad, Centralstationen. ATMs are available at Karlstad, Centralstationen.
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad, Centralstationen.
Available at Karlstad, Centralstationen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Centralstationen: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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