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Jumbo Stay
A hostel and aviation-themed experience inside a retired Boeing 747 beside Arlanda. Popular with plane enthusiasts and travelers looking for an unusual airport-area visit.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport without transferring at least once.
634 SJ 3000+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
634 SJ 3000+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
634 SJ 3000+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
672 SJ+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
672 SJ+
960 Vy Flygbussarna
622 SJ 3000+
7922 Arlanda Express
634 SJ 3000+
7948 Arlanda Express
660 SJ · 20 SJ
648 SJ 3000+
7874 Arlanda Express
648 SJ 3000+
988 MälartågOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$83 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport costing on average $83 (€67).
Other travel options to Stockholm Arlanda Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 35m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (3h 10m by train vs 3h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $83 (€67) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
174 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 40 Pendeltåg+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 11:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 7h01 | 6:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
174 SJ · 280 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 11:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 5h36 | 4:51 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
174 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 500 Värmlandstrafik+ 40 Pendeltåg | 11:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 6h31 | 5:46 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
634 X 2000+ 7778 Arlanda Express | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h30 | 4:38 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
634 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h32 | 5:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
634 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h47 | 5:55 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
634 X 2000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 5h02 | 6:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
638 SJ 3000 · 282 SJ | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h21 | 5:51 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
638 SJ 3000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h55 | 7:25 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
638 SJ 3000+ 7790 Arlanda Express | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h32 | 6:02 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
638 SJ 3000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h40 | 7:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ · 286 SJ | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h40 | 7:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 5h00 | 9:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 5h30 | 9:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ · 26 SJ | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h54 | 8:04 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
674 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:25 PM Karlstad tågstation | 5h15 | 10:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
674 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:25 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h40 | 10:05 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
674 SJ+ 40 Pendeltåg | 5:25 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h51 | 10:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
674 SJ+ 7966 Arlanda Express | 5:25 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h45 | 9:10 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
648 SJ 3000+ 7874 Arlanda Express | 7:36 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h49 | 11:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
648 SJ 3000+ 7974 Arlanda Express | 7:36 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h34 | 11:10 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
648 SJ 3000+ 988 Mälartåg | 7:36 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h53 | 11:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
648 SJ 3000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 7:36 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h40 | 12:16 AM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
622 SJ 3000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:39 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h51 | 11:30 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
622 SJ 3000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:39 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h31 | 11:10 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
622 SJ 3000+ 7922 Arlanda Express | 6:39 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h31 | 10:10 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
622 SJ 3000+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:39 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h41 | 11:20 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
660 SJ · 20 SJ | 10:26 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h38 | 2:04 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
660 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 10:26 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h44 | 3:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
660 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 10:26 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h34 | 3:00 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
660 SJ+ 960 Vy Flygbussarna | 10:26 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h54 | 3:20 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 4:02 AM |
Last train 6:36 PM |
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Discover the best of Stockholm Arlanda Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockholm Arlanda Airport trip today.
A hostel and aviation-themed experience inside a retired Boeing 747 beside Arlanda. Popular with plane enthusiasts and travelers looking for an unusual airport-area visit.
Local museum in nearby Sigtuna covering Sweden’s earliest town history, Viking-era finds, medieval development, and local heritage. A strong cultural excursion from Arlanda.
Event venue near Arlanda that occasionally hosts exhibitions and design-focused displays. More of a local-interest stop than a classic museum, but useful for nearby cultural programming.
The most rewarding nearby area from Arlanda, with medieval street layout, lake views, rune stones, boutique shops, and a highly photogenic small-town atmosphere.
Sweden’s oldest main street, lined with historic buildings and local shops. It is the centerpiece of a visit to Sigtuna and especially popular for leisurely walks.
A scenic lakeside promenade along Lake Mälaren, ideal for a relaxed walk with views, birdlife, and access to central Sigtuna’s historic core.
Swedish meatballs served with mashed potatoes, cream sauce, lingonberries, and pickled cucumber; one of Sweden’s most iconic comfort dishes.
Salmon cured with salt, sugar, and dill, often served with hovmästarsås; a classic Swedish dish closely tied to Nordic preserving traditions.
A popular Swedish starter of prawns mixed with mayonnaise and dill, served on toast and often topped with fish roe.
A well-known Arlanda restaurant by chef Pontus Frithiof, offering modern Nordic and Swedish-inspired dishes in a polished airport setting.
Established Swedish burger chain at Arlanda, known for reliable burgers, quick service, and strong vegetarian and vegan options.
A convenient dining option in the SkyCity area between terminals, suitable for a full meal in a relaxed airport atmosphere.
Airport prices are high by Swedish standards. Meals and coffee usually cost more than in central Stockholm.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or adding 5-10% for great service is appreciated.
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Stockholm Arlanda Airport -> Stockholm Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad tågstation 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 Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Arlanda Airport trains use the Karlstad tågstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm, Cityterminalen. Use this guide to compare Karlstad tågstation and Stockholm Arlanda Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlstad tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frost, Br. Olssons Elektriska
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Karlstad tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Drott, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Scandic Karlstad City.
Karlstad, Busstation has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Busstation.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Stockholm, Cityterminalen has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen.
Stockholm, Kungsbron (Cityterminalen) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Kungsbron (Cityterminalen): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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