The cheapest and fastest trains from Åmål to Karlstad
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Åmål to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Åmål to Karlstad will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 16 trains that leave Åmål for Karlstad on Fri, May 29, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 58 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.
3950 SJ6:43 AM0h58Åmål tågstation7:41 AMKarlstad tågstation$91One-way0 transfers
3950 SJ+
10 Värmlandstrafik6:43 AM1h48Åmål tågstation8:31 AMKarlstad$121One-way1 transfer
3972 SJ6:44 PM0h56Åmål tågstation7:40 PMKarlstad tågstation$131One-way0 transfers
3968 SJ4:45 PM1h04Åmål tågstation5:49 PMKarlstad tågstation$151One-way0 transfers
3960 SJ12:45 PM0h58Åmål tågstation1:43 PMKarlstad tågstation$161One-way0 transfers
3976 SJ8:44 PM0h54Åmål tågstation9:38 PMKarlstad tågstation$171One-way0 transfers
3972 SJ6:44 PM0h56Åmål tågstation7:40 PMKarlstad tågstation$131One-way0 transfers
3950 SJ6:43 AM0h58Åmål tågstation7:41 AMKarlstad tågstation$91One-way0 transfers
3956 SJ10:45 AM0h58Åmål tågstation11:43 AMKarlstad tågstation$171One-way0 transfers
3960 SJ12:45 PM0h58Åmål tågstation1:43 PMKarlstad tågstation$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Åmål to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Åmål to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Åmål to Karlstad:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Åmål to Karlstad costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Karlstad take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 22m.
The journey is about 11m faster (1h 0m by train vs 1h 11m by car) and roughly $6 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $16 (€13)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ), Tågab.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Åmål to Karlstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Åmål to Karlstad trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:43 AM Åmål | 0h58 | 5:41 AM Karlstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:43 AM Åmål | 0h58 | 6:41 AM Karlstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Åmål | 0h58 | 11:43 AM Karlstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:44 PM Åmål | 0h56 | 5:40 PM Karlstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:44 PM Åmål | 0h56 | 6:40 PM Karlstad | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Åmål to Karlstad
Trains from Åmål to Karlstad run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ), Tågab from Åmål to Karlstad trainsSJ, Swedish Railways (SJ), Tågab trains will get you between Åmål and Karlstad from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swedish Railways (SJ)
Tågab
FAQs: Trains from Åmål to Karlstad
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Åmål to Karlstad by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Åmål to Karlstad
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Kungsgatan.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- SEK 10
- Åmåls Stadshotell
- Dalhall Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: Several local and regional lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Drottninggatan.
- Restaurant Frost
- Br. Olssons Elektriska
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Drott
- Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad
- Scandic Karlstad City
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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