The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda without transferring at least once.
648 SJ 3000+
40 Pendeltåg7:36 PM4h36Karlstad tågstation12:12 AMArlanda Central station$541One-way1 transfer
648 SJ 3000+
988 Mälartåg7:36 PM3h53Karlstad tågstation11:29 PMArlanda Central station$601One-way1 transfer
634 X 2000+
9 Vy Flygbussarna1:08 PM4h52Karlstad tågstation6:00 PMStockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5)$601One-way1 transfer
634 X 2000+
9 Vy Flygbussarna1:08 PM4h32Karlstad tågstation5:40 PMStockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5)$601One-way1 transfer
648 SJ 3000+
7874 Arlanda Express7:36 PM3h49Karlstad tågstation11:25 PMArlanda Norra station$681One-way1 transfer
620 SJ 3000+
7818 Arlanda Express6:10 AM3h16Karlstad tågstation9:26 AMArlanda Norra station$1431One-way1 transfer
626 SJ 3000 · 270 SJ8:32 AM3h19Karlstad tågstation11:51 AMArlanda Central station$781One-way1 transfer
652 SJ · 42 SJ6:40 AM3h24Karlstad tågstation10:04 AMArlanda Central station$781One-way1 transfer
634 X 2000+
7778 Arlanda Express1:08 PM3h30Karlstad tågstation4:38 PMArlanda Norra station$1171One-way1 transfer
626 SJ 3000+
7742 Arlanda Express8:32 AM3h30Karlstad tågstation12:02 PMArlanda Norra station$1171One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda 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 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg 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 Stockholm-Arlanda:
A bus is $53 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda costing on average $81 (€65).
Other travel options to Stockholm-Arlanda take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 32m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€65) compared to roughly $64 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-17.32 (€-13.80). The journey takes 3h 21m versus 3h 20m 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 Stockholm-Arlanda train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
620 SJ 3000+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:10 AM Karlstad tågstation | 5h10 | 11:20 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
620 SJ 3000+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:10 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h30 | 10:40 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
620 SJ 3000+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:10 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h50 | 11:00 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
620 SJ 3000+ 7818 Arlanda Express | 6:10 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h16 | 9:26 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
652 SJ+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:40 AM Karlstad tågstation | 5h00 | 11:40 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
652 SJ+ 7728 Arlanda Express | 6:40 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h34 | 10:14 AM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
652 SJ+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 6:40 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h40 | 11:20 AM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
652 SJ · 42 SJ | 6:40 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h24 | 10:04 AM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
626 SJ 3000+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:32 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h28 | 1:00 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
626 SJ 3000 · 270 SJ | 8:32 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h19 | 11:51 AM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
626 SJ 3000+ 7742 Arlanda Express | 8:32 AM Karlstad tågstation | 3h30 | 12:02 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
626 SJ 3000+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 8:32 AM Karlstad tågstation | 4h48 | 1:20 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 170 SJ+ 40 Pendeltåg | 9:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 6h31 | 3:46 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 170 SJ+ 940 Mälartåg | 9:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 5h14 | 2:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 170 SJ · 278 SJ | 9:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 6h36 | 3:51 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 174 SJ · 280 SJ | 11:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 5h36 | 4:51 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 174 SJ · 54 SJ | 11:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 5h49 | 5:04 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 174 SJ+ 950 Mälartåg | 11:15 AM Karlstad busstation | 5h14 | 4:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
634 X 2000 · 280 SJ | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h43 | 4:51 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
634 X 2000+ 7778 Arlanda Express | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h30 | 4:38 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
634 X 2000+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h32 | 5:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
634 X 2000+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 1:08 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h52 | 6:00 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 20958 Mälartåg | 1:15 PM Karlstad busstation | 5h14 | 6:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 2 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 178 SJ+ 40 Pendeltåg | 1:15 PM Karlstad busstation | 6h31 | 7:46 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 178 SJ+ 20958 Mälartåg | 1:15 PM Karlstad busstation | 5h14 | 6:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 178 SJ · 286 SJ | 1:15 PM Karlstad busstation | 6h35 | 7:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 180 SJ · 26 SJ | 2:15 PM Karlstad busstation | 5h49 | 8:04 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 180 SJ+ 964 Mälartåg | 2:15 PM Karlstad busstation | 5h14 | 7:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
500 Värmlandstrafik+ 500 Länstrafiken+ 180 SJ · 286 SJ | 2:15 PM Karlstad busstation | 5h35 | 7:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 3 transfers | |
672 SJ · 286 SJ | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h40 | 7:50 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ · 26 SJ | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h54 | 8:04 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 5h00 | 9:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
672 SJ+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 4:10 PM Karlstad tågstation | 5h30 | 9:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
674 SJ+ 7966 Arlanda Express | 5:25 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h45 | 9:10 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
674 SJ+ 40 Pendeltåg | 5:25 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h51 | 10:16 PM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
674 SJ+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:25 PM Karlstad tågstation | 5h15 | 10:40 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 1 transfer | |
674 SJ+ 9 Vy Flygbussarna | 5:25 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h45 | 10:10 PM Stockholm-Arlanda, Flygplats (Terminal 5) | 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+ 7874 Arlanda Express | 7:36 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3h49 | 11:25 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1 transfer | |
648 SJ 3000+ 40 Pendeltåg | 7:36 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4h36 | 12:12 AM Arlanda Central station | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda
Trains from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: SJ, Tågab, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda trainsSJ, Tågab, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Karlstad and Stockholm-Arlanda from $18 (€14). 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 Stockholm-Arlanda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlstad to Stockholm-Arlanda
- 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
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