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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Skövde
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad to Skövde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Skövde will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 4 trains that leave Karlstad for Skövde on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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.
11:08 AM2h39Karlstad1:47 PMSkövde$251One-way0 transfers- 3:10 PM2h39Karlstad5:49 PMSkövde$281One-way0 transfers
- 11:19 AM5h17Karlstad4:36 PMSkövde$371One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM4h01Karlstad12:36 PMSkövde$411One-way0 transfers
- 3:10 PM2h39Karlstad5:49 PMSkövde$281One-way0 transfers
- 11:08 AM2h39Karlstad1:47 PMSkövde$251One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM4h01Karlstad12:36 PMSkövde$411One-way0 transfers
- 11:19 AM5h17Karlstad4:36 PMSkövde$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Karlstad to Skövde
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Skövde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 69 miles (112 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Karlstad to Skövde:
A train is $1 (€0.93) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Karlstad to Skövde costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Skövde take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $4 (€3). The journey takes 2h 25m versus 2h 4m 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.
Live departures
Karlstad to Skövde train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Skövde trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 638 SJ 3000 · 177 SJ | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h16 | 5:46 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 638 SJ 3000 · 183 SJ | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 6h14 | 8:44 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 638 SJ 3000 · 179 SJ | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h17 | 6:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 638 SJ 3000 · 175 SJ | 2:30 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h17 | 4:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ · 179 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik+ 7 Värmlandstrafik | 2:49 PM Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 4h17 | 7:06 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 3 transfers | |
| 672 SJ · 179 SJ+10 Värmlandstrafik | 3:17 PM Karlstad | 3h30 | 6:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| 672 SJ · 179 SJ | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h37 | 6:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| 672 SJ · 183 SJ | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h34 | 8:44 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 8:35 AM Karlstad | 4h01 | 12:36 PM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:08 AM Karlstad | 2h39 | 1:47 PM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:19 AM Karlstad | 5h17 | 4:36 PM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad to Skövde
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Trains from Karlstad to Skövde run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: SJ, Tågab, vy from Karlstad to Skövde trainsSJ, Tågab, vy trains will get you between Karlstad and Skövde from $12 (€10). 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 to Skövde
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad to Skövde 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 Skövde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlstad to Skövde
Most Karlstad to Skövde trains use the Karlstad tågstation to Skövde Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Skövde, Arena. Use this guide to compare Karlstad and Skövde train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Karlstad station do trains to Skövde leave from?
Getting to Karlstad tågstation from Karlstad city centre
Karlstad tågstation 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frost, Br. Olssons Elektriska
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlstad tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Drott, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Scandic Karlstad City.
Getting to Karlstad, Busstation from Karlstad city centre
Karlstad, Busstation train station facilities and services
Karlstad, Busstation has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Busstation.
Which Skövde station do trains from Karlstad arrive at?
Getting to Skövde Centralstation from Skövde city centre
Skövde Centralstation train station facilities and services
Skövde Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurang Sällskapet, Restaurang Glädje
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skövde Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Skövde Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skövde Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Skövde Centralstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skövde Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Billingen, Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren, Quality Hotel Prisma.
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