The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Skövde
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
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 $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Karlstad for Skövde on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 29 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 €13. 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 €13, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 69 miles (112 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Karlstad to Skövde train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Skövde trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 Värmlandstrafik+ 672 SJ · 179 SJ+ 2 Västtrafik | 2:34 PM Karlstad Zakrisdalsslingan | 4h02 | 6:36 PM Käpplunda vårdcentrum | 3 transfers | |
672 SJ · 183 SJ | 3:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h34 | 7:44 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ · 179 SJ | 3:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2h37 | 5:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ · 181 SJ | 3:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h37 | 6:47 PM Skövde Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 6:12 AM Karlstad | 3h42 | 9:54 AM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:43 AM Karlstad | 2h19 | 2:02 PM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:41 PM Karlstad | 2h54 | 4:35 PM Skövde | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Karlstad to Skövde trains with Omio?
SJ as well as Tågab, vy and Swedish Railways (SJ) offer trains services from Karlstad to Skövde. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Karlstad to Skövde.
Why book with Omio vs SJ?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of Tågab, vy and Swedish Railways (SJ) to find the best option for your trip from Karlstad to Skövde.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SJ with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Karlstad to Skövde.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SJ tickets can be bought on SJ's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Tågab, vy and Swedish Railways (SJ) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Karlstad to Skövde.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Karlstad to Skövde.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad to Skövde
Trains from Karlstad to Skövde run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:34 |
Train companies: SJ, Tågab, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Karlstad to Skövde trainsSJ, Tågab, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Karlstad and Skövde from $12 (€9). 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
- 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
- Parking is available near the station.
- Restaurang Sällskapet
- Restaurang Glädje
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Scandic Billingen
- Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
- Quality Hotel Prisma
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
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