- Must visit
Flygvapenmuseum
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$30
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$69
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 33 m
Trains on Aug 29
42
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lund to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lund to Linköping will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 42 trains from Lund to Linköping, including 10 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 335 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 33 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
544 SJ
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5 Skånetrafiken
542 SJ+
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536 SJ
544 SJOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lund to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, while a bus costs an average of $46.
Distance: 208 miles (335 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg 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 Lund to Linköping:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lund to Linköping costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Linköping take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 15m.
The journey is about 1h 10m faster (3h 4m by train vs 4h 14m by car) and roughly $42 (€34) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€33) vs $83 (€67)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SJ, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lund to Linköping trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Skånetrafiken+ 1028 Öresundståg+ 28810 Krösatåg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 8:11 AM Lund | 9h29 | 5:40 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
528 SJ | 8:19 AM Lund Central Station | 2h33 | 10:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
166 Skånetrafiken+ 1028 Öresundståg+ 28810 Krösatåg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 8:26 AM Lund | 9h14 | 5:40 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
3940 Snälltåget | 8:30 AM Lund Central Station | 2h51 | 11:21 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1028 Öresundståg+ 28810 Krösatåg+ 500 Blekingetrafiken | 8:41 AM Lund Central Station | 8h59 | 5:40 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 1032 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51040 Öresundståg | 8:51 AM Lund | 8h49 | 5:40 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 530 SJ | 8:51 AM Lund | 3h01 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
166 Skånetrafiken+ 1032 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51040 Öresundståg | 8:56 AM Lund | 8h44 | 5:40 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
6 Skånetrafiken+ 530 SJ | 8:59 AM Lund | 2h53 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1032 Öresundståg · 6803 Öresundståg · 51040 Öresundståg+ 28810 Krösatåg | 9:11 AM Lund Central Station | 8h29 | 5:40 PM Linköping Central Station | 3 transfers | |
530 SJ | 9:19 AM Lund Central Station | 2h33 | 11:52 AM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 592 SJ | 9:55 AM Lund | 2h57 | 12:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 1042 Öresundståg+ 7636 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27620 Jönköpings länstrafik | 9:55 AM Lund | 6h49 | 4:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 5 transfers | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 592 SJ | 9:57 AM Lund | 2h55 | 12:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 1042 Öresundståg+ 7636 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27620 Jönköpings länstrafik | 9:57 AM Lund | 6h47 | 4:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 5 transfers | |
592 SJ | 10:19 AM Lund Central Station | 2h33 | 12:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1042 Öresundståg+ 7636 Jönköpings länstrafik · 27620 Jönköpings länstrafik+ 18848 Östgötatrafiken | 10:24 AM Lund Central Station | 6h20 | 4:44 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 534 SJ | 10:55 AM Lund | 3h00 | 1:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 534 SJ | 11:02 AM Lund | 2h53 | 1:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
534 SJ | 11:19 AM Lund Central Station | 2h36 | 1:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 536 SJ | 11:55 AM Lund | 2h57 | 2:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 536 SJ | 12:02 PM Lund | 2h50 | 2:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
536 SJ | 12:19 PM Lund Central Station | 2h33 | 2:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 Skånetrafiken+ 538 SJ | 12:55 PM Lund | 3h01 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
5 Skånetrafiken+ 538 SJ | 1:02 PM Lund | 2h54 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 1 transfer | |
538 SJ | 1:19 PM Lund Central Station | 2h37 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lund to Linköping run on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 208 miles (335 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Linköping — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Linköping trip today.
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Open-air museum district with historic homes, craft workshops, and period streets. A classic place to explore Linköping’s past.
Museum in a historic manor telling the story of Linköping through exhibitions on everyday life, culture, and urban development.
Historic neighborhood of wooden houses, lanes, and museums. One of the city’s most atmospheric walking areas and a favorite with visitors.
Canal-side path and locks area popular for walks and cycling. Offers peaceful waterside views and a classic regional landscape.
Main central square framed by civic buildings and shopping streets. A practical starting point for exploring Linköping on foot.
Östgötsk kalops is a slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and warm spices, a hearty farmhouse dish long associated with Östergötland.
Raggmunk are crisp potato pancakes, traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries, a classic Swedish comfort meal common in the region.
Wallenbergare is a tender veal patty enriched with cream and egg, usually served with mashed potatoes, peas, and lingonberries in classic Swedish cooking.
Popular casual venue and bakery praised for quality lunches, coffee, pastries, and a relaxed local fika atmosphere.
Established restaurant known for seasonal Nordic cooking and a refined setting, suitable for a more formal dinner in central Linköping.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant focused on tasting menus and carefully plated Nordic flavors in an intimate, upscale setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is manageable and many places take cards, helping visitors control daily spending.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants usually include service; round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Linköping Centralstation -> Stora Torget
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lund to Linköping 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 Linköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lund to Linköping trains use the Lund Centralstation to Linköping, Köpmansgränd station pair, with some services arriving at Linköping Centralstation. Use this guide to compare Lund and Linköping train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lund 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 Stäket, Mat & Destillat
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lund Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lund Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lund Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lund Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lund Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Lund, Hotel Lundia, Hotel Finn.
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 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, 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.
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