The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station 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 Trollhättan station will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 9 trains that leave Karlstad tågstation for Trollhättan station on Fri, May 08, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
3975 SJ6:06 PM2h00Karlstad tågstation8:06 PMTrollhättan station$291One-way0 transfers
3963 SJ12:12 PM1h49Karlstad tågstation2:01 PMTrollhättan station$291One-way0 transfers
3951 SJ6:06 AM1h54Karlstad tågstation8:00 AMTrollhättan station$301One-way0 transfers
3971 SJ4:08 PM1h53Karlstad tågstation6:01 PMTrollhättan station$341One-way0 transfers
3967 SJ2:03 PM1h56Karlstad tågstation3:59 PMTrollhättan station$341One-way0 transfers
3963 SJ12:12 PM1h49Karlstad tågstation2:01 PMTrollhättan station$291One-way0 transfers
3955 SJ8:12 AM1h51Karlstad tågstation10:03 AMTrollhättan station$341One-way0 transfers
3971 SJ4:08 PM1h53Karlstad tågstation6:01 PMTrollhättan station$341One-way0 transfers
3959 SJ10:11 AM1h53Karlstad tågstation12:04 PMTrollhättan station$361One-way0 transfers
3951 SJ6:06 AM1h54Karlstad tågstation8:00 AMTrollhättan station$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station:
A train is $7 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Trollhättan station take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
The journey is about 13m faster (2h 9m by train vs 2h 22m by car) and roughly $21 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€13) vs $38 (€30)). 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, Tågab, 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
Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3975 SJ | 6:06 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h00 | 8:06 PM Trollhättan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3979 SJ | 10:32 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1h48 | 12:20 AM Trollhättan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
3951 SJ | 6:06 AM Karlstad tågstation | 1h54 | 8:00 AM Trollhättan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3955 SJ | 8:12 AM Karlstad tågstation | 1h51 | 10:03 AM Trollhättan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3959 SJ | 10:11 AM Karlstad tågstation | 1h53 | 12:04 PM Trollhättan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3963 SJ | 12:12 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1h49 | 2:01 PM Trollhättan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3967 SJ | 2:03 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1h56 | 3:59 PM Trollhättan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3971 SJ | 4:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1h53 | 6:01 PM Trollhättan station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station
Trains from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
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Train companies: SJ, Västtrafik, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station trainsSJ, Västtrafik, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Karlstad tågstation and Trollhättan station from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station 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 Trollhättan station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlstad tågstation to Trollhättan station
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 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.
- Restaurant Albert
- Majo Bar & Restaurang
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 5
- Best Western Hotel Trollhättan
- Clarion Collection Hotel Kung Oscar
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Norway, Denmark, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Norway/Vänern Line
