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Jumbo Stay
A hostel and aviation-themed attraction inside a converted Boeing 747 near Arlanda. Popular with aviation enthusiasts and visitors looking for an unusual airport-area experience.
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Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
4h 40m
Average duration
5h 56m
Trains per day
13
Distance
347 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Borås to Stockholm Arlanda Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 223 miles (359 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $224 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Borås to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Borås to Stockholm Arlanda Airport costing on average $79 (€65).
A bus is $185 (€152) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Borås to Stockholm Arlanda Airport costing on average $224 (€184).
Other travel options to Stockholm Arlanda Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 53m.
Bus takes on average 4h 52m.
The journey is about 48m faster (3h 53m by train vs 4h 41m by car) and roughly $13 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($79 (€65) vs $93 (€76)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Borås to Stockholm Arlanda Airport trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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13872 Västtrafik+ 176 SJ · 634 SJ 3000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 11:47 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h38 | 6:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 3 transfers | |
13872 Västtrafik+ 176 SJ · 634 SJ 3000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 11:47 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h23 | 6:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 3 transfers | |
13872 Västtrafik+ 176 SJ · 634 SJ 3000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 11:47 AM Borås Centralstation | 6h08 | 5:55 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 3 transfers | |
550 Västtrafik+ 2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:02 PM Borås Centralstation | 6h23 | 6:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 2 transfers | |
550 Västtrafik+ 2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:02 PM Borås Centralstation | 5h53 | 5:55 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 2 transfers | |
550 Västtrafik+ 2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 12:02 PM Borås Centralstation | 6h08 | 6:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 2 transfers | |
2094 VR Snabbtåg+ 7866 Arlanda Express | 4:45 PM Borås Centralstation | 4h40 | 9:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
2094 VR Snabbtåg+ 976 Mälartåg | 4:45 PM Borås Centralstation | 4h44 | 9:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
2094 VR Snabbtåg+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 4:45 PM Borås Centralstation | 5h55 | 10:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
2094 VR Snabbtåg+ 40 Pendeltåg | 4:45 PM Borås Centralstation | 5h31 | 10:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
13884 Västtrafik+ 10188 SJ+ 148 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg | 5:47 PM Borås Centralstation | 5h59 | 11:46 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
13884 Västtrafik+ 10188 SJ+ 148 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg | 5:47 PM Borås Centralstation | 6h29 | 12:16 AM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
13884 Västtrafik+ 10188 SJ+ 148 Mälartåg+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:47 PM Borås Centralstation | 6h13 | 12:00 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 3 transfers | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
8 Västtrafik · 550 Västtrafik+ 2024 VR Snabbtåg+ 268 SJ | 5:50 AM Borås | 5h00 | 10:50 AM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
2024 VR Snabbtåg+ 268 SJ+ 550 Västtrafik | 6:02 AM Borås Centralstation | 4h48 | 10:50 AM Arlanda Central station | 2 transfers | |
170 SJ · 274 SJ+ 7052 Tågab+ 159 Västtrafik | 8:34 AM Borås | 5h16 | 1:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 4 transfers | |
170 SJ · 274 SJ+ 13866 Västtrafik+ 7052 Tågab | 8:47 AM Borås Centralstation | 5h03 | 1:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Borås to Stockholm Arlanda Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 1:10 AM |
Last train 8:16 PM |
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Stockholm Arlanda Airport -> Stockholm Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Borås to Stockholm Arlanda Airport 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 Stockholm Arlanda Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Borås to Stockholm Arlanda Airport trains use the Borås Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Borås and Stockholm Arlanda Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Borås Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Viskan, Café Bakgården
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Ticket office support is available at Borås Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Borås Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Borås Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Borås Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borås Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Hotel Grand, Scandic Plaza Borås, Comfort Hotel Jazz.
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