The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Södertälje
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad to Södertälje is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Södertälje will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 3 trains that leave Karlstad for Södertälje on Mon, Mar 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 235 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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 bus and train for Karlstad to Södertälje
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Södertälje among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $41.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$34 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Karlstad to Södertälje train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Södertälje trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:24 AM Karlstad | 2h32 | 9:56 AM Södertälje | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlstad to Södertälje
Trains from Karlstad to Södertälje run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
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Best day to book ahead 7 days |
Train companies: SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Karlstad to Södertälje trainsSJ, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Karlstad and Södertälje from $23 (€19). 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 Södertälje
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad to Södertälje 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 Södertälje, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlstad to Södertälje
- 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, accessible via Sydgatan.
- Restaurant Södertälje
- Café Syd
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- SEK 10
- Scandic Södertälje
- Quality Hotel Park Södertälje City
- Located in the main hall
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Järnagatan.
- Restaurant O'Learys Södertälje
- Café Bellevue
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- SEK 10
- Quality Hotel Park Södertälje City
- Scandic Södertälje
- Hotel Kringelstaden
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for commuter trains to Stockholm and regional destinations
- Commuter Train: Line J36, Line J37
- Bus: Several lines available
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