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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
$33
Average ticket price on Oct 09
$40
Fastest journey on Oct 09
5 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
5 h 32 m
Buses on Oct 09
11
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Uppsala to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Uppsala to Karlstad will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
It's difficult to get from Uppsala to Karlstad without transferring at least once.
774 UL · 874 UL+
515 VL · 551 VL
774 UL · 874 UL+
515 VL · 551 VL
179 SJ+
804 UL+
8937 Värmlandstrafik+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro
183 SJ+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro+
500 Värmlandstrafik+
804 UL
173 SJ+
8927 Värmlandstrafik · 500 Värmlandstrafik+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro
173 SJ+
8927 Värmlandstrafik · 500 Värmlandstrafik+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro
179 SJ+
804 UL+
8937 Värmlandstrafik+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro
183 SJ+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro+
500 Värmlandstrafik+
804 UL
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Uppsala to Karlstad run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 148 miles (239 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 12:03 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator UL | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Värmlandstrafik | Departure Time 07:29AM | Arrival Time 12:58PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Värmlandstrafik | Departure Time 09:36AM | Arrival Time 03:03PM | Duration 5h27 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 09:41AM | Arrival Time 03:02PM | Duration 5h21 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Värmlandstrafik | Departure Time 09:41AM | Arrival Time 03:03PM | Duration 5h22 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 02:49PM | Duration 4h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Värmlandstrafik | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 02:58PM | Duration 5h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator VL | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:51PM | Duration 9h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:49PM | Duration 5h09 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 10:49AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h01 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 11:49AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 5h01 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Värmlandstrafik | Departure Time 11:57AM | Arrival Time 04:58PM | Duration 5h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator VL | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:53PM | Duration 9h13 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 01:57PM | Arrival Time 07:01PM | Duration 5h04 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 02:42PM | Arrival Time 07:51PM | Duration 5h09 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Malartag | Departure Time 03:39PM | Arrival Time 09:13PM | Duration 5h34 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Värmlandstrafik | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 08:58PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:53PM | Duration 5h13 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator SJ | Departure Time 07:33PM | Arrival Time 05:12AM | Duration 9h39 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Malartag | Departure Time 07:56PM | Arrival Time 10:03AM | Duration 14h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for Uppsala to Karlstad buses for tomorrow, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Uppsala, Stationsgatan | 6h10 | 3:00 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Uppsala, Business Park | 6h05 | 3:00 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
774 UL · 874 UL+ 515 VL · 551 VL | 10:30 AM Uppsala Central Station | 9h21 | 7:51 PM Karlstad tågstation | 8 transfers | |
173 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik+ 804 UL | 11:49 AM Uppsala Central Station | 5h01 | 4:50 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Uppsala, Stationsgatan | 6h55 | 7:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Uppsala, Business Park | 6h50 | 7:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
515 VL · 551 VL+ 351 Länstrafiken Örebro · 314 Länstrafiken Örebro | 12:40 PM Uppsala Central Station | 9h13 | 9:53 PM Karlstad tågstation | 8 transfers | |
179 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 8937 Värmlandstrafik+ 804 UL | 2:42 PM Uppsala Central Station | 5h09 | 7:51 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Uppsala, Stationsgatan | 6h30 | 10:55 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Uppsala, Business Park | 6h25 | 10:55 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation | 1 transfer | |
183 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik+ 804 UL | 4:40 PM Uppsala Central Station | 5h13 | 9:53 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
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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 Uppsala 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 Uppsala to Karlstad buses use the Uppsala, Stationsgatan to Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation station pair, with some services arriving at Karlstad, Centralstationen. Use this guide to compare Uppsala and Karlstad bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Uppsala, Stationsgatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Uppsala, Stationsgatan. ATMs are aTM located near the station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Uppsala, Stationsgatan.
Available at Uppsala, Stationsgatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uppsala, Stationsgatan: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Uppsala, Business Park is 3 km from Uppsala city centre. Public transport options include:
Uppsala, Business Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Uppsala, Business Park. ATMs are available at Uppsala, Business Park.
Ticket office support is available at Uppsala, Business Park.
Available at Uppsala, Business Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uppsala, Business Park: Basic accessibility available but may be limited.
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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