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Värmlands Museum
Värmlands Museum presents regional history, design, and art in a striking waterfront building, making it one of Karlstad’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kil to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kil to Karlstad will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 26 trains that leave Kil for Karlstad on Sun, Aug 16, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 13 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.
3976 SJ
3964 SJ
3968 SJ
3972 SJ
3956 SJ
3972 SJ
3956 SJ
8944 Värmlandstrafik
18936 Värmlandstrafik
8946 VärmlandstrafikOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kil to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kil to Karlstad:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kil to Karlstad costing on average €7.
Other travel options to Karlstad take longer:
Bus takes on average 32m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (14m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around €5 compared to roughly €5 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Värmlandstrafik, SJ, Swedish Railways (SJ), Tågab.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Kil to Karlstad trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3960 SJ | 1:30 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 1:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8940 Värmlandstrafik | 1:47 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 2:00 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8940 Värmlandstrafik · 10 Värmlandstrafik | 1:47 PM Kil tågstation | 0h44 | 2:31 PM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
3964 SJ | 3:30 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 3:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8984 Värmlandstrafik | 3:35 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 3:48 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8984 Värmlandstrafik · 10 Värmlandstrafik | 3:35 PM Kil tågstation | 1h11 | 4:46 PM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
3968 SJ | 5:33 PM Kil tågstation | 0h16 | 5:49 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
18912 Värmlandstrafik · 10 Värmlandstrafik | 6:09 PM Kil tågstation | 0h52 | 7:01 PM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
18912 Värmlandstrafik | 6:09 PM Kil tågstation | 0h19 | 6:28 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8986 Värmlandstrafik | 7:09 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 7:22 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8942 Värmlandstrafik | 8:22 PM Kil tågstation | 0h12 | 8:34 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8942 Värmlandstrafik · 10 Värmlandstrafik | 8:22 PM Kil tågstation | 0h54 | 9:16 PM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
3976 SJ | 9:25 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 9:38 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
18916 Värmlandstrafik | 9:47 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 10:00 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8988 Värmlandstrafik | 10:44 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 10:57 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
18930 Värmlandstrafik | 7:34 AM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 7:47 AM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
18930 Värmlandstrafik · 10 Värmlandstrafik | 7:34 AM Kil tågstation | 0h56 | 8:30 AM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
8980 Värmlandstrafik · 10 Värmlandstrafik | 7:57 AM Kil tågstation | 1h18 | 9:15 AM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
8980 Värmlandstrafik | 7:57 AM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 8:10 AM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
18940 Värmlandstrafik | 9:25 AM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 9:38 AM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
18940 Värmlandstrafik · 10 Värmlandstrafik | 9:25 AM Kil tågstation | 1h20 | 10:45 AM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
3956 SJ+ 10 Värmlandstrafik | 11:31 AM Kil tågstation | 0h45 | 12:16 PM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
3956 SJ | 11:31 AM Kil tågstation | 0h12 | 11:43 AM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8982 Värmlandstrafik | 11:39 AM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 11:52 AM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8944 Värmlandstrafik | 12:16 PM Kil tågstation | 0h13 | 12:29 PM Karlstad tågstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
8944 Värmlandstrafik · 10 Värmlandstrafik | 12:16 PM Kil tågstation | 0h45 | 1:01 PM Karlstad | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Kil to Karlstad run on average 26 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
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Discover the best of Karlstad — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Karlstad trip today.
Värmlands Museum presents regional history, design, and art in a striking waterfront building, making it one of Karlstad’s essential cultural visits.
Sandgrund Lars Lerin is a celebrated art gallery showing Lars Lerin’s watercolor works in a former dance hall by the river.
Brigadmuseum explores Sweden’s Cold War and military history through immersive exhibitions, vehicles, and personal stories.
Mariebergsskogen is Karlstad’s beloved city park, with lakeside walks, gardens, playgrounds, and easy year-round outdoor recreation.
Sandgrundsudden is a scenic waterfront peninsula with museum architecture, river views, and one of the city’s most pleasant walking areas.
Stora Torget is the central square, surrounded by shops and civic buildings, and an easy starting point for exploring Karlstad on foot.
A crisp potato waffle from Värmland, traditionally served with lingonberries and often pork or cream. It is one of the region’s best-known heritage dishes.
A dense porridge of roasted oat or barley flour, shaped by hand and served with fried pork and lingonberries. Strongly linked to old farm cooking in Värmland.
Pickled herring in classic Swedish styles such as onion, mustard, or dill. Common on festive tables in Värmland and across Sweden.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for seasonal Nordic tasting menus, careful technique, and a polished atmosphere in central Karlstad.
Popular casual venue and brewery known for craft beer, hearty Swedish pub food, and a lively waterfront setting.
Well-known restaurant serving grilled meats, classic dishes, and drinks in a relaxed brasserie-style atmosphere.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is manageable and Karlstad is usually less costly than Stockholm or Gothenburg.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis may be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Karlstad tågstation -> Stora Torget, Karlstad
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kil to Karlstad 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 Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kil to Karlstad trains use the Kil tågstation to Karlstad tågstation station pair, with some services arriving at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen. Use this guide to compare Kil and Karlstad train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kil tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dumplings Kil, Kils Golfrestaurang
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Kil tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kil tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kil tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kil tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kil tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Kils Hotell & Restaurang, Apertins Hotell.
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 options include: Restaurant Frost, Br. Olssons Elektriska
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Karlstad tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Drott, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Scandic Karlstad City.
Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen is 1 km from Karlstad city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen. ATMs are available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen.
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen.
Available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Mariebergsskogen: Wheelchair accessible platforms.
Karlstad, Busstation has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Busstation.
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