- Must visit
Lycksele Skogsmuseum
Main museum at Gammplatsen with exhibitions on local history, Sámi culture, settlement, and life in inland Västerbotten.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Umeå to Lycksele is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Umeå to Lycksele will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 buses from Umeå to Lycksele, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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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Buses from Umeå to Lycksele run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:09, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 5:09 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Umeå to Lycksele.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Lanstrafiken | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Umeå to Lycksele buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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31 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 10:40 AM Umeå Central Station | 1h45 | 12:25 PM Lycksele station | 0 transfersDirect | |
31 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 4:25 PM Umeå Central Station | 1h50 | 6:15 PM Lycksele station | 0 transfersDirect | |
31 Länstrafiken Västerbotten | 8:10 PM Umeå Central Station | 1h45 | 9:55 PM Lycksele station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main museum at Gammplatsen with exhibitions on local history, Sámi culture, settlement, and life in inland Västerbotten.
Open-air heritage area with preserved buildings and exhibits that show church town life, crafts, and local traditions.
Small art venue in town presenting temporary exhibitions by regional artists in an accessible local cultural setting.
Historic riverside area with museum buildings, church town cottages, paths, and cultural events; a top place to walk and learn local history.
Central park and green space by the river, popular for easy walks, seasonal color, and relaxed views near the town center.
Riverside walking area along Ume River with open views, benches, and an easy route close to the center.
Smoked or dried reindeer meat from Sápmi tradition. It is prized in northern Sweden for rich flavor and long winter storage.
A hearty stew of reindeer meat, potatoes, carrots, and onion. It reflects inland Västerbotten hunting and cold-climate cooking.
Lean northern pike, often pan-fried or made into fish patties. Freshwater fish is traditional in Lycksele's river and lake region.
Established café for fika, sandwiches, pastries, and coffee. A practical stop for light meals in a friendly town-center setting.
Casual dining at Hotel Lappland with Swedish dishes, local fish and meat, and a modern hotel atmosphere by the river.
Popular pizzeria and grill with a broad casual menu. Good for relaxed meals and a dependable local option in central Lycksele.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels can be pricey, but dining and local transit are manageable versus larger Swedish cities. Budget options are limited but available.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxi fares need no tip; round up if you wish. Cafes do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Umeå to Lycksele 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 Lycksele, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Umeå to Lycksele buses use the Umeå, Busstation to station pair. Use this guide to compare Umeå and Lycksele bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Umeå, Busstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Umeå, Busstation. ATMs are available at Umeå, Busstation.
Ticket office support is available at Umeå, Busstation.
Available at Umeå, Busstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Umeå, Busstation: Wheelchair accessible facilities are available.
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