The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Karlstad
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
416 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Karlstad will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Karlstad without transferring at least once.
1018 Öresundstågen+
3960 SJ
1146 Öresundstågen · 20150 Öresundstågen+
3952 SJ
1074 Öresundstågen+
3976 SJ
1066 Öresundstågen+
3976 SJ
1050 Öresundstågen+
3976 SJ
1066 Öresundstågen+
488 SJ 3000+
13216 Västtrafik+
800 Värmlandstrafik
1082 Öresundstågen+
13224 Västtrafik+
806 Värmlandstrafik · 700 Värmlandstrafik
1082 Öresundstågen+
3976 SJ
1066 Öresundstågen+
3972 SJ
1034 Öresundstågen+
3964 SJTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Copenhagen to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 258 miles (416 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€67 Average price | €66 Average price Cheapest |
6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 29m Average total duration 9h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Karlstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Karlstad trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1180 Öresundstågen+ 520 X 2000+ 2116 Mälartåg+ 653 SJ | 1:39 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h45 | 9:24 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1188 Öresundstågen · 11002 Öresundstågen+ 3960 SJ | 2:40 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h03 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1188 Öresundstågen · 11002 Öresundstågen+ 3964 SJ | 2:40 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h03 | 2:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1188 Öresundstågen · 11002 Öresundstågen+ 3956 SJ | 2:40 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h03 | 10:43 AM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1010 Öresundstågen+ 3960 SJ | 4:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h14 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1010 Öresundstågen+ 3964 SJ | 4:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h14 | 2:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1010 Öresundstågen+ 3972 SJ | 4:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 14h11 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1012 Öresundstågen+ 482 X 2000 · 3964 SJ | 4:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h59 | 2:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1012 Öresundstågen+ 482 X 2000 · 3972 SJ | 4:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h56 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1012 Öresundstågen+ 526 X 2000+ 8170 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 629 SJ 3000 | 4:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h22 | 12:06 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1012 Öresundstågen+ 482 X 2000 · 3960 SJ | 4:44 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h59 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1018 Öresundstågen+ 3960 SJ | 5:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h14 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1018 Öresundstågen+ 3964 SJ | 5:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h14 | 2:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1018 Öresundstågen+ 3972 SJ | 5:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h11 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1018 Öresundstågen+ 3968 SJ | 5:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h20 | 4:49 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1026 Öresundstågen+ 3964 SJ | 6:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h13 | 2:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1026 Öresundstågen+ 3976 SJ | 6:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 14h08 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1026 Öresundstågen+ 3972 SJ | 6:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h10 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1030 Öresundstågen+ 530 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 665 SJ | 6:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h33 | 2:32 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1034 Öresundstågen+ 3964 SJ | 7:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h13 | 2:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1034 Öresundstågen+ 3972 SJ | 7:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h10 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1034 Öresundstågen+ 3976 SJ | 7:30 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h08 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1042 Öresundstågen+ 3968 SJ | 8:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h20 | 4:49 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1042 Öresundstågen+ 3972 SJ | 8:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h11 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1042 Öresundstågen+ 3976 SJ | 8:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h09 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1046 Öresundstågen+ 534 X 2000+ 8174 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 8:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h22 | 9:21 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1046 Öresundstågen+ 534 X 2000+ 8174 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 669 SJ | 8:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h15 | 5:14 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 3972 SJ | 9:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h11 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 13216 Västtrafik+ 800 Värmlandstrafik | 9:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h50 | 6:19 PM Karlstad busstation | 2 transfers | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 3976 SJ | 9:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h09 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 3968 SJ | 9:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h20 | 4:49 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1054 Öresundstågen+ 536 X 2000+ 2148 Mälartåg+ 669 SJ | 9:59 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h15 | 5:14 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1058 Öresundstågen+ 13216 Västtrafik+ 800 Värmlandstrafik | 10:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h50 | 6:19 PM Karlstad busstation | 2 transfers | |
1058 Öresundstågen+ 3972 SJ | 10:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h11 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1058 Öresundstågen+ 3976 SJ | 10:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h09 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1066 Öresundstågen+ 3976 SJ | 11:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h09 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1066 Öresundstågen+ 488 SJ 3000 · 3976 SJ | 11:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h09 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1066 Öresundstågen+ 3972 SJ | 11:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h11 | 6:40 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1066 Öresundstågen+ 488 SJ 3000+ 13216 Västtrafik+ 800 Värmlandstrafik | 11:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h50 | 6:19 PM Karlstad busstation | 3 transfers | |
1066 Öresundstågen+ 186 SJ · 677 SJ | 11:29 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h52 | 9:21 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1074 Öresundstågen+ 3976 SJ | 12:29 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h09 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1074 Öresundstågen+ 13224 Västtrafik+ 806 Värmlandstrafik · 700 Värmlandstrafik | 12:29 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h00 | 8:29 PM Karlstad busstation | 3 transfers | |
1078 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 12:59 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h22 | 9:21 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1082 Öresundstågen+ 13224 Västtrafik+ 806 Värmlandstrafik · 700 Värmlandstrafik | 1:29 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h00 | 8:29 PM Karlstad busstation | 3 transfers | |
1082 Öresundstågen+ 3976 SJ | 1:29 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h09 | 8:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Karlstad
Trains from Copenhagen to Karlstad run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 258 miles (416 km) distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 258 miles (416 km) |
Average train duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Oresundstag, SJ, Tågab, Snälltåget from Copenhagen to Karlstad trainsOresundstag, SJ, Tågab, Snälltåget trains will get you between Copenhagen and Karlstad from $52 (€42). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Tågab
Snälltåget
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Karlstad
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Karlstad
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Skt. Petri
- Ibsens Hotel
- Hotel Kong Arthur
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 2,500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Ellehammersvej.
- Restaurant Aamanns
- Le Sommelier Bar & Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- DKK 5
- Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Zleep Hotel Copenhagen Airport
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Sweden and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
- 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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