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Rademachersmedjorna
Open-air heritage area with traditional buildings and farm settings. It offers an accessible look at everyday life in older Sörmland.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linköping to Eskilstuna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Eskilstuna will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 trains from Linköping to Eskilstuna, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 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.

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Trains from Linköping to Eskilstuna run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Linköping to Eskilstuna.
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Eskilstuna trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2112 Mälartåg | 6:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h39 | 7:49 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
2112 Mälartåg+ 1 Sörmlandstrafiken | 6:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h55 | 8:05 AM Eskilstuna | 1 transfer | |
2116 Mälartåg+ 1 Sörmlandstrafiken | 7:09 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h00 | 9:09 AM Eskilstuna | 1 transfer | |
2116 Mälartåg | 7:09 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h41 | 8:50 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
2120 Mälartåg | 8:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h40 | 9:50 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
2120 Mälartåg+ 1 Sörmlandstrafiken | 8:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h55 | 10:05 AM Eskilstuna | 1 transfer | |
2124 Mälartåg | 9:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h40 | 10:50 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
2124 Mälartåg+ 1 Sörmlandstrafiken | 9:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h55 | 11:05 AM Eskilstuna | 1 transfer | |
2128 Mälartåg | 10:10 AM Linköping Central Station | 1h39 | 11:49 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
2132 Mälartåg+ 8724 Östgötatrafiken | 10:45 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h04 | 12:49 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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Open-air heritage area with traditional buildings and farm settings. It offers an accessible look at everyday life in older Sörmland.
Eskilstuna’s main city museum presents local industrial, social, and cultural history. A strong first stop for understanding the city’s identity.
Industrial museum showcasing Bolinder-Munktell machinery, engines, and vehicles. It highlights the engineering heritage that shaped Eskilstuna.
Preserved 17th-century smithy quarter with workshops, shops, and cobbled lanes. It is one of Eskilstuna’s most atmospheric walking areas.
Central pedestrian street lined with shops and city life. A practical and lively route for visitors exploring the center on foot.
Main square in central Eskilstuna surrounded by civic buildings and commerce. It serves as a convenient hub and orientation point.
A classic Sörmland potato dumpling stuffed with pork and served with butter and lingonberries. A hearty regional dish tied to nearby Södermanland traditions.
Cured Baltic herring, often served on crispbread or with potatoes, sour cream, and chives. A staple of Swedish home cooking and festive tables.
Pan-fried herring, commonly served with mashed potatoes and lingonberries. Beloved in central Sweden for its simple, traditional flavors.
Established riverside restaurant serving Nordic and European dishes with a polished yet approachable atmosphere.
Well-known café and bakery for Swedish fika, pastries, sandwiches, and coffee in a relaxed daytime atmosphere.
Popular central gastropub known for burgers, grilled dishes, and craft beer in a lively casual setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than smaller Baltics, but local transit is reasonable and many places are card-first.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Eskilstuna Centralstation -> Fristadstorget
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linköping to Eskilstuna 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 Eskilstuna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Linköping to Eskilstuna trains use the Linköping Centralstation to Eskilstuna Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Linköping and Eskilstuna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Linköping 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hamlet, Yogi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
Eskilstuna 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Eskilstuna Ölkultur, Restaurang Grappa
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Eskilstuna Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Eskilstuna Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Bolinder Munktell, Elite Stadshotellet Eskilstuna, Comfort Hotel Eskilstuna.
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