Stockholm to Karlstad bus with Vy Bus4You

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stockholm to Karlstad

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Nov
Cheapest price on 13 Nov
฿ 879
Average ticket price on 13 Nov
฿ 1,122
Fastest journey on 13 Nov
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 13 Nov
4 h 14 m
Buses on 13 Nov
9
Distance
259 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stockholm to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stockholm to Karlstad will cost around ฿ 1,122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only ฿ 879.

Fast coaches

On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 9 buses from Stockholm to Karlstad, including 7 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

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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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stockholm to Karlstad

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Buses from Stockholm to Karlstad run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at ฿ 505 if you book in advance.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 259 km distance in 4h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
259 km
Average bus duration
4h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
฿ 505
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
4h 10m
First bus
12:15 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Stockholm to Karlstad trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stockholm to Karlstad.

Cheap coach tickets from Stockholm to Karlstad can start from as little as ฿ 505 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stockholm to Karlstad is ฿ 1,179; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Stockholm to Karlstad leaves at 12:15 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stockholm to Karlstad leaves at 11:45 pm.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Stockholm to Karlstad with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Stockholm to Karlstad bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Karlstad coaches for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Vy Bus4You8507:40 AM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)
4h30
12:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 AM Stockholm, Cityterminalen
4h10
12:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation0 changesdirect
SL43 SL+UL803 UL · 874 UL+VL515 VL9:56 AM Stockholm City station
9h55
7:51 PM Karlstad tågstation9 changes
Vy Bus4You85011:15 AM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)
4h25
3:40 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation0 changesdirect
VL515 VL · 551 VL+UL803 UL+Lanstrafiken351 Länstrafiken Örebro11:56 AM Stockholm City station
9h57
9:53 PM Karlstad tågstation9 changes
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 PM Stockholm, Cityterminalen
4h10
7:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation0 changesdirect
Vy Bus4You8505:50 PM Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)
5h20
11:10 PM Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation0 changesdirect
VL515 VL · 551 VL+SL43 SL+Lanstrafiken314 Länstrafiken Örebro10:56 PM Stockholm City station
13h44
12:40 PM Karlstad tågstation9 changes

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Why should you book Stockholm to Karlstad coaches with Omio?

Vy Bus4You as well as FlixBus or Vy Express Sweden offer coaches services from Stockholm to Karlstad.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Vy Bus4You tickets.

Why book with Omio vs Vy Bus4You?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Vy Bus4You, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Vy Express Sweden to find the best option for your trip from Stockholm to Karlstad.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Vy Bus4You with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stockholm to Karlstad.

Bus providers: Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Express Sweden from Stockholm to KarlstadYou can travel by bus between Stockholm to Karlstad with Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Express Sweden for as low as ฿ 505. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
฿ 505
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Vy Bus4You

About
Vy Bus4You, formerly Nettbuss Bus4You, is a Swedish express bus brand that began operations in 2007. It is a subsidiary of the Norwegian bus operator Vy Buss, part of Vygruppen, one of the largest transport groups in the Nordics. Vy Bus4You offers intercity coach services with destinations across Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, including popular routes like Oslo to Copenhagen and Stockholm to Gothenburg. They provide comfortable travel with features such as reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets, and have been recognized for high customer satisfaction.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Vy Bus4You Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Vy Bus4You Price
฿ 610
Vy Bus4You frequency
7 a day

Vy Express Sweden

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Vy Express Sweden Duration
7h 43m
Cheapest Vy Express Sweden Price
฿ 5,033
Vy Express Sweden frequency
1 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Stockholm and Karlstad

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Stockholm to Karlstad, you can count on Vy Bus4You, FlixBus, Vy Express Sweden for the best way to get you to Karlstad. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stockholm and Karlstad and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stockholm to Karlstad:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stockholm to Karlstad for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stockholm to Karlstad depends on the coach companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Stockholm to Karlstad.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stockholm to Karlstad:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Stockholm to Karlstad:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Stockholm to Karlstad. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stockholm to Karlstad with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stockholm to Karlstad with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stockholm to Karlstad with the following coach company: FlixBus.

FAQs: Stockholm to Karlstad coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Karlstad by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stockholm and Karlstad including taking a train and coach.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stockholm and Karlstad

Most Stockholm 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 and Karlstad bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Stockholm
Arrival bus stations in Karlstad

Which Stockholm station do buses to Karlstad leave from?

Buses from Stockholm to Karlstad leave from Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen). The station is 1 km from Stockholm city centre at Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) is located at Terminalslingan 1, 111 64 Stockholm, Sweden..
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City-centre transport

Getting to Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) from Stockholm city centre

Bus65 · 8m · ฿ 38 · every ~4 min

Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) bus station facilities and services

Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Ritazza (in the station), Max Burgers (0.2 km), Vete-Katten (0.5 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen): Elevators, ramps.

More about Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen)
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City-centre transport

Getting to Stockholm, Cityterminalen from Stockholm city centre

Bus65 · 5m · ฿ 38 · every ~4 min
Subway10, 11 · 2m · ฿ 38 · every ~28 min

Stockholm, Cityterminalen bus station facilities and services

Stockholm, Cityterminalen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria Cityterminalen (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Swedish Bites (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen: Elevators, ramps.

More about Stockholm, Cityterminalen

Bus stations for Stockholm to Karlstad

Check bus stations information for Stockholm and Karlstad, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Stockholm , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen), Stockholm, Cityterminalen . When arriving in Karlstad , you can end your trip in coach stations like Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation, Karlstad, Centralstationen .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stockholm, Terminalslingan (Cityterminalen), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Karlstad, Karlstad Busstation, located 1 away from the city centre.

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