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Bildmuseet
Contemporary art museum by Ume River, known for ambitious international exhibitions, architecture, and strong student-city energy.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arboga to Umeå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 338 miles (545 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $128 Average price | $188 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Arboga to Umeå:
A train is $35 (€29) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Arboga to Umeå costing on average $128 (€103).
A train is $96 (€77) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Arboga to Umeå costing on average $188 (€152).
Other travel options to Umeå take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 45m.
Bus takes on average 11h 25m.
Tickets start at around $92 (€74) compared to roughly $139 (€112) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€38). The journey takes 9h 45m versus 7h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Arboga to Umeå run on average 21 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 338 miles (545 km) distance in 12h 11m.
Distance 338 miles (545 km) |
Average train duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 12h 11m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Umeå Central Station -> Umeå City Centre
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