Lund to Umeå train with SJ

Sun, Jun 21
+ Add return
SJ
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
iryo
Frecciarossa
2,000+ travel companies
SJ
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
iryo
Frecciarossa
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Lund to Umeå

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$64

Average price

$128

Fastest journey

13 h 46 m

Average duration

14 h 7 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

985 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lund to Umeå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lund to Umeå will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Lund for Umeå on Sun, Jun 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 985 km distance in an average of 14 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 46 m .

On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 14 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.

  • SJ
    2:30 PM15h41
    Lund
    6:11 AMUmeå
    $641One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ
    8:33 PM14h03
    Lund
    10:36 AMUmeå
    $1161One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ
    10:19 AM13h49
    Lund
    12:08 AMUmeå
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ
    6:19 AM13h46
    Lund
    8:05 PMUmeå
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers
  • SJ
    9:31 PM14h05
    Lund
    11:36 AMUmeå
    $1461One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare flight, train, and bus for Lund to Umeå

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lund to Umeå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $67.

Distance: 612 miles (985 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Flight
Bus
Driving

$116

Average price

Cheapest

$243

Average price

$234

Average price

$242

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

12h 19m

Average total duration

11h 49m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 20m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

22h 11m

Average total duration

21h 41m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

13h 14m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

3.0 - 5.9kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lund to Umeå is a train with an average price of $116 (€95).

This is compared to other travel options from Lund to Umeå:

A train is $118 (€96) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lund to Umeå costing on average $234 (€192).

A train is $127 (€104) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lund to Umeå costing on average $243 (€199).

The fastest way to travel from Lund to Umeå is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 20m.

Other travel options to Umeå take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 49m.

Bus takes on average 21h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lund and Umeå including taking a flight, train, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lund to Umeå among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 25m faster (11h 49m by train vs 13h 14m by car) and roughly $126 (€103) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($116 (€95) vs $242 (€198)). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Lund to Umeå train times

The table below shows live departures for Lund to Umeå trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SJ526 X 2000 · 580 SJ 30007:19 AM Lund Central Station
15h14
10:33 PM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ526 X 2000 · 94 SJ7:19 AM Lund Central Station
18h49
2:08 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ526 X 2000 · 574 SJ 30007:19 AM Lund Central Station
12h14
7:33 PM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ528 X 2000 · 94 SJ8:19 AM Lund Central Station
17h49
2:08 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ528 X 2000 · 580 SJ 30008:19 AM Lund Central Station
14h14
10:33 PM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ528 X 2000 · 574 SJ 30008:19 AM Lund Central Station
11h14
7:33 PM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ528 X 2000 · 574 SJ 30008:19 AM Lund Central Station
11h10
7:29 PM Umeå East Station1 transfer
SJ530 X 2000 · 580 SJ 30009:19 AM Lund Central Station
13h14
10:33 PM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ530 X 2000 · 94 SJ9:19 AM Lund Central Station
16h49
2:08 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ530 X 2000 · 92 SJ9:19 AM Lund Central Station
21h23
6:42 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ530 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000+Tågkompaniet Norrtåg7418 Norrtåg9:19 AM Lund Central Station
11h55
9:14 PM Umeå East Station2 transfers
SJ530 X 2000 · 576 SJ 3000+Tågkompaniet Norrtåg7418 Norrtåg9:19 AM Lund Central Station
12h00
9:19 PM Umeå Central Station2 transfers
SJ592 X 2000 · 580 SJ 300010:19 AM Lund Central Station
12h14
10:33 PM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ592 X 2000 · 92 SJ10:19 AM Lund Central Station
20h23
6:42 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ592 X 2000 · 94 SJ10:19 AM Lund Central Station
15h49
2:08 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ534 X 2000 · 580 SJ 300011:19 AM Lund Central Station
11h10
10:29 PM Umeå East Station1 transfer
SJ534 X 2000 · 94 SJ11:19 AM Lund Central Station
14h49
2:08 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ534 X 2000 · 580 SJ 300011:19 AM Lund Central Station
11h14
10:33 PM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ534 X 2000 · 92 SJ11:19 AM Lund Central Station
19h23
6:42 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ536 X 2000 · 92 SJ12:19 PM Lund Central Station
18h23
6:42 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ536 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000 · 94 SJ12:19 PM Lund Central Station
13h49
2:08 AM Umeå Central Station2 transfers
SJ536 X 2000 · 94 SJ · 94 SJ12:19 PM Lund Central Station
13h49
2:08 AM Umeå Central Station2 transfers
SJ536 X 2000 · 94 SJ12:19 PM Lund Central Station
13h49
2:08 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ540 X 2000 · 92 SJ2:19 PM Lund Central Station
16h23
6:42 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ540 X 2000 · 70 SJ+Lanstrafiken63 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 45 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB2:19 PM Lund Central Station
23h11
1:30 PM Umeå, Busstation3 transfers
SJ542 X 2000 · 92 SJ3:19 PM Lund Central Station
15h23
6:42 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ542 X 2000 · 70 SJ+Lanstrafiken63 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 45 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB3:19 PM Lund Central Station
22h11
1:30 PM Umeå, Busstation3 transfers
SJ544 X 2000 · 92 SJ4:19 PM Lund Central Station
14h16
6:35 AM Umeå East Station1 transfer
SJ544 X 2000 · 92 SJ4:19 PM Lund Central Station
14h23
6:42 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
SJ544 X 2000 · 70 SJ+Lanstrafiken45 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 63 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB4:19 PM Lund Central Station
21h11
1:30 PM Umeå, Busstation3 transfers
Snälltåget306 Snälltåget+SJ92 SJ4:30 PM Lund Central Station
14h12
6:42 AM Umeå Central Station1 transfer
Snälltåget306 Snälltåget+SJ70 SJ+Lanstrafiken45 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 63 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB4:30 PM Lund Central Station
21h00
1:30 PM Umeå, Busstation3 transfers
SJ546 X 2000 · 70 SJ+Lanstrafiken31 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 45 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB5:19 PM Lund Central Station
21h11
2:30 PM Umeå4 transfers
SJ546 X 2000 · 70 SJ+Lanstrafiken45 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 63 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB5:19 PM Lund Central Station
20h11
1:30 PM Umeå, Busstation3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Lund to Umeå by flight, train, or bus

Compare flight, train, and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sun
Jun 21
Mon
Jun 22
Tue
Jun 23
Wed
Jun 24
Thu
Jun 25
Fri
Jun 26
Sat
Jun 27

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lund to Umeå

SwedenSweden
SwedenSweden
Icon of train

Trains from Lund to Umeå run on average 13 times per day, taking around 11h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 612 miles (985 km) distance in 11h 14m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
612 miles (985 km)
Average train duration
11h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$14 (€12)
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
11h 14m
First train
12:04 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: SJ from Lund to Umeå trainsSJ trains will get you between Lund and Umeå from $14 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SJ

About
SJ is a Swedish train company that offers a wide range of services to its passengers. It operates high-speed trains, regional trains, and night trains, all of which are comfortable and reliable. The high-speed trains, X2000, are the fastest way to travel between cities, while the regional trains, Pågatåg, are perfect for shorter trips. The night trains, SJ Nattåg, offer a comfortable way to travel overnight. SJ offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and SJ Prio tickets, which offer discounts for frequent travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a café car. The most popular routes for SJ are between Stockholm and Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö, and Stockholm and Uppsala.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 14m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€12)
SJ frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, bistro car with snacks and drinks, at-seat service in 1st class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee in 2nd class, included in 1st class ticket
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets free in carrier, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Umeå

Things to do in Umeå

Discover the best of Umeå — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Umeå trip today.

  • Must visit

Bildmuseet

Contemporary art museum on the Umeälven waterfront, known for international exhibitions, architecture, and strong university links.

  • Must visit

Västerbottens museum

Regional museum covering local history, Sami culture, and changing exhibitions, beside the open-air heritage area Gammlia.

  • Recommended

Guitars - The Museum

Specialist museum with one of Europe’s best collections of vintage electric guitars, appealing to music fans and design enthusiasts.

Swedish Krona

Prices are high by global standards. Casual meals and coffee are manageable, but restaurants and hotels cost more than in many European cities.

Average meal costs

Budget
SEK 100-140 for fast food or lunch.
Mid-range
SEK 180-300 per person.
Fine dining
SEK 600+ per person.
Coffee
SEK 35-50 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.

FAQs: Trains from Lund to Umeå

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lund to Umeå 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 Umeå, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Lund to Umeå can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $14 (€12), while the average price is around $116 (€95).
The train from Lund to Umeå takes 11h 14m and runs 13 per day.
The first train from Lund to Umeå leaves at 12:04 AM.
The distance by train from Lund to Umeå is 612 miles (985 km).
The last train from Lund to Umeå leaves at 11:55 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Lund to Umeå.
There is no direct train service currently available from Lund to Umeå.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lund to Umeå.
The train station in Lund that goes to Umeå is Lund Central Station, which connects to Umeå Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Lund to Umeå is by train, with a cost of around $14 (€12).
The train journey from Lund to Umeå is considered scenic, offering views of Sweden's diverse landscapes, including picturesque countryside, lush forests, and glimpses of the Baltic Sea along the route.
A day trip from Lund to Umeå is not feasible as the travel duration is 11h 14m and the distance is 612 miles (985 km). However, there are 10 train journeys available per day.
For a fulfilling visit to Umeå, 2 to 3 days is ideal to explore its cultural sites, museums, and natural beauty.
Yes, you can take the train from Lund to Umeå.
Since both Lund and Umeå are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Umeå include Ornskoldsvik, Nordmaling, Kramfors, Vindeln, Hörnefors.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lund to Umeå among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK) as its currency. It is generally better for travelers to use cards, as card payments are widely accepted across the country, including in most shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Cash is less commonly used but can be handy in smaller towns or for small purchases.
In Umeå, travelers should be aware of common safety concerns such as pickpocketing in crowded areas and public transport. Scams are rare but can include overcharging by taxi drivers unfamiliar with standard rates. It's advisable to use official taxis and keep personal belongings secure, especially in busy places like markets and events. Overall, Umeå is considered a safe destination with low crime rates.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lund to Umeå

Most Lund to Umeå trains use the Lund Centralstation to Umeå, Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Umeå östra station. Use this guide to compare Lund and Umeå train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Lund
Arrival train stations in Umeå

Which Lund station do trains to Umeå leave from?

Trains from Lund to Umeå leave from Lund Centralstation. The station is from Lund city centre at Bangatan 1, 222 21 Lund, Sweden.
Lund CentralstationBangatan 1, 222 21 Lund, Sweden+46 771 75 75 75WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Lund Centralstation from Lund city centre

Bus7, 3, 5, 6 · 4m · $1 · every ~28 min

Lund Centralstation 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Stäket, Mat & Destillat

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lund Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Lund Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lund Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lund Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lund Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Lund, Hotel Lundia, Hotel Finn.

More options for your journey from Lund to Umeå

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone