- Must visit
Kalmar County Museum
County museum with strong exhibitions on regional history, maritime life, and the regalskeppet Kronan. One of Kalmar’s best cultural visits.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linköping to Kalmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Kalmar will cost around NOK 494 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only NOK 191.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 42 trains from Linköping to Kalmar, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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 Kalmar run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at NOK 246 but you can travel from only NOK 166 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price NOK 246 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Linköping to Kalmar.
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Kalmar trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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519 SJ Snabbtåg+ 319 SJ Regional+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 7:04 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h18 | 10:22 AM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
519 SJ Snabbtåg+ 319 SJ Regional+ 402 Kalmar länstrafik | 7:04 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h14 | 10:18 AM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
519 SJ Snabbtåg+ 319 SJ Regional | 7:04 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h58 | 10:02 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
521 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1024 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 8:07 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h13 | 11:20 AM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
521 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1024 Öresundståg+ 405 Kalmar länstrafik | 8:07 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h03 | 11:10 AM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
521 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1024 Öresundståg | 8:07 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h52 | 10:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
28805 Krösatåg+ 411 Kalmar länstrafik | 8:20 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h36 | 11:56 AM Kalmar | 1 transfer | |
28805 Krösatåg | 8:20 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h18 | 11:38 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
28805 Krösatåg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 8:20 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h32 | 11:52 AM Kalmar | 1 transfer | |
523 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1032 Öresundståg+ 405 Kalmar länstrafik | 9:04 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h06 | 12:10 PM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
523 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1032 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 9:04 AM Linköping Central Station | 3h16 | 12:20 PM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
523 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1032 Öresundståg | 9:04 AM Linköping Central Station | 2h55 | 11:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 28809 Krösatåg+ 164 Kalmar länstrafik · 160 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:03 PM Linköping | 4h26 | 4:29 PM Kalmar, Lotsgården | 4 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 28809 Krösatåg+ 403 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:03 PM Linköping | 4h03 | 4:06 PM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 28809 Krösatåg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:03 PM Linköping | 4h01 | 4:04 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 28809 Krösatåg+ 160 Kalmar länstrafik · 170 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:03 PM Linköping | 5h20 | 5:23 PM Kalmar, Lotsgården | 3 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 28809 Krösatåg | 12:03 PM Linköping | 3h35 | 3:38 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
529 SJ+ 1056 Öresundståg | 12:07 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h52 | 2:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
15 Östgötatrafiken+ 531 SJ+ 1064 Öresundståg | 12:19 PM Linköping | 3h40 | 3:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
28809 Krösatåg | 12:22 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h16 | 3:38 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
307 Snälltåget+ 1064 Öresundståg | 12:35 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h24 | 3:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2 Östgötatrafiken+ 531 SJ+ 1064 Öresundståg+ 403 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:52 PM Linköping | 3h34 | 4:26 PM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 3 transfers | |
2 Östgötatrafiken+ 531 SJ+ 1064 Öresundståg | 12:52 PM Linköping | 3h07 | 3:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
2 Östgötatrafiken+ 531 SJ+ 1064 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:52 PM Linköping | 3h32 | 4:24 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 3 transfers | |
2 Östgötatrafiken+ 531 SJ+ 1064 Öresundståg+ 160 Kalmar länstrafik | 12:52 PM Linköping | 4h31 | 5:23 PM Kalmar, Lotsgården | 4 transfers | |
531 SJ+ 1064 Öresundståg | 1:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h51 | 3:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
15 Östgötatrafiken+ 28811 Krösatåg | 1:19 PM Linköping | 4h19 | 5:38 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 533 SJ+ 1072 Öresundståg+ 403 Kalmar länstrafik | 1:48 PM Linköping | 3h38 | 5:26 PM Kalmar, Tegelviken | 3 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 533 SJ+ 1072 Öresundståg | 1:48 PM Linköping | 3h11 | 4:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
1 Östgötatrafiken+ 533 SJ+ 1072 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 1:48 PM Linköping | 3h36 | 5:24 PM Kalmar, Snurrom | 3 transfers | |
533 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1072 Öresundståg+ 405 Kalmar länstrafik | 2:04 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h06 | 5:10 PM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
533 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1072 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 2:04 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h17 | 5:21 PM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
533 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1072 Öresundståg | 2:04 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h55 | 4:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
28811 Krösatåg | 2:23 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h15 | 5:38 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
28811 Krösatåg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 2:23 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h29 | 5:52 PM Kalmar | 1 transfer | |
28811 Krösatåg+ 411 Kalmar länstrafik | 2:23 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h33 | 5:56 PM Kalmar | 1 transfer | |
535 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1080 Öresundståg | 3:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h51 | 5:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
535 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1080 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 3:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h13 | 6:21 PM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
535 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1080 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 3:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h03 | 6:11 PM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
537 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1088 Öresundståg | 4:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 2h51 | 6:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
537 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1088 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 4:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h03 | 7:11 PM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
537 SJ Snabbtåg+ 1088 Öresundståg+ 401 Kalmar länstrafik | 4:08 PM Linköping Central Station | 3h12 | 7:20 PM Kalmar | 2 transfers | |
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County museum with strong exhibitions on regional history, maritime life, and the regalskeppet Kronan. One of Kalmar’s best cultural visits.
Art museum in City Park with modern and contemporary exhibitions. Its architecture and changing program make it a leading art stop in Kalmar.
Exhibition spaces inside Kalmar Castle interpret royal life, warfare, and court culture. A museum-style experience in a major historic setting.
Historic island district that forms central Kalmar. Its planned streets, squares, shops, and heritage buildings make it ideal for walking.
Main square framed by the cathedral and elegant buildings. A natural base for sightseeing, events, and understanding the city’s baroque plan.
Large seaside park beside the art museum, popular for strolling, picnics, and seasonal flowers. A relaxing green break near the center.
Body, wheat flour, pork and allspice. Served with lingonberries and cream sauce. A classic Småland comfort food found across the Kalmar region.
Thin fermented pancakes from Småland, often served with fried pork and lingonberries. A regional specialty with a tangy flavor and old farmhouse roots.
Potato dumplings filled with pork or bacon, boiled and served with melted butter, cream and lingonberries. Strongly associated with nearby Öland and Kalmar County.
Popular waterfront restaurant known for seafood, Swedish classics and harbor views. Relaxed but polished atmosphere in central Kalmar.
Well-known dining room in Kalmar guest harbor area serving seasonal Nordic dishes, fish and meat in an elegant setting.
Established casual venue for hearty Swedish lunches and classic dishes. Central location and reliable local reputation.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than much of Europe, but local transit is manageable and budget meals are available.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Most Linköping to Kalmar trains use the Linköping Centralstation to Kalmar Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Kalmar, Malmen. Use this guide to compare Linköping and Kalmar 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.
Linköping, Köpmansgränd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food restaurants available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd.
Available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
Linköping, Åbylund is 1 km from Linköping city centre. Public transport options include:
Linköping, Åbylund has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Linköping, Åbylund. ATMs are available at Linköping, Åbylund.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Åbylund.
Available at Linköping, Åbylund: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Åbylund: Wheelchair accessible platforms available.
Kalmar Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Kallskänken, Restaurang Byttan
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kalmar Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset, First Hotel Witt, Calmar Stadshotell.
Kalmar, Malmen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the station. ATMs are available at Kalmar, Malmen.
Ticket office support is available at Kalmar, Malmen.
Available at Kalmar, Malmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kalmar, Malmen: The station is equipped with ramps and elevators.
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