The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Karlstad
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 39 m
Trains per day
92
Distance
421 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Karlstad will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Malmö to Karlstad without transferring at least once.
488 SJ 3000+
13216 Västtrafik+
800 Värmlandstrafik
488 SJ 3000 · 376 SJ
430 X 2000 · 360 SJ
1050 Öresundstågen+
13216 Västtrafik+
800 Värmlandstrafik
1058 Öresundstågen+
13216 Västtrafik+
800 Värmlandstrafik
546 X 2000+
8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+
677 SJ
484 SJ 3000 · 364 SJ
480 SJ 3000 · 356 SJ
490 SJ 3000 · 372 SJ
542 X 2000+
8180 Tåg i Bergslagen+
645 SJ 3000Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Malmö to Karlstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Karlstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, and a bus costs an average of €40.
Distance: 261 miles (421 km)
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€56 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price |
6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Malmö to Karlstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Karlstad trains for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:12 PM Malmö | 8h34 | 5:46 AM Karlstad | 0 transfersDirect | |
1738 Pågatåg+ 20154 Öresundstågen+ 364 SJ | 11:39 PM Malmö Centralstation | 15h05 | 2:44 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1738 Pågatåg+ 20154 Öresundstågen+ 356 SJ | 11:39 PM Malmö Centralstation | 11h08 | 10:47 AM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1738 Pågatåg+ 20154 Öresundstågen+ 360 SJ | 11:39 PM Malmö Centralstation | 13h04 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
520 X 2000 · 532 X 2000 · 669 SJ | 3:04 AM Malmö Centralstation | 14h16 | 5:20 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
520 X 2000 · 332 SJ · 368 SJ | 3:04 AM Malmö Centralstation | 13h42 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
520 X 2000 · 530 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 665 SJ | 3:04 AM Malmö Centralstation | 11h38 | 2:42 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1202 Pågatåg+ 17550 Krösatågen+ 332 SJ · 368 SJ | 3:27 AM Malmö Centralstation | 13h19 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1202 Pågatåg+ 17550 Krösatågen+ 532 X 2000 · 669 SJ | 3:27 AM Malmö Centralstation | 13h53 | 5:20 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1202 Pågatåg+ 17550 Krösatågen+ 530 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg | 3:27 AM Malmö Centralstation | 11h15 | 2:42 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
11002 Öresundstågen+ 364 SJ | 4:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 10h32 | 2:44 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
11002 Öresundstågen+ 356 SJ | 4:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h35 | 10:47 AM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
11002 Öresundstågen+ 360 SJ | 4:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h31 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1008 Öresundstågen+ 530 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 665 SJ | 4:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h45 | 2:42 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1008 Öresundstågen+ 532 X 2000 · 669 SJ | 4:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 12h23 | 5:20 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1008 Öresundstågen+ 332 SJ · 368 SJ | 4:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 11h49 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
480 SJ 3000 · 360 SJ | 5:04 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h39 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
480 SJ 3000 · 356 SJ | 5:04 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h43 | 10:47 AM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1010 Öresundstågen+ 360 SJ | 5:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h31 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1010 Öresundstågen+ 364 SJ | 5:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h32 | 2:44 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1016 Öresundstågen+ 530 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 665 SJ | 5:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h45 | 2:42 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1016 Öresundstågen+ 332 SJ · 368 SJ | 5:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 10h49 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1016 Öresundstågen+ 532 X 2000 · 669 SJ | 5:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 11h23 | 5:20 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1018 Öresundstågen+ 360 SJ | 6:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h31 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1018 Öresundstågen+ 368 SJ | 6:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 10h34 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1018 Öresundstågen+ 364 SJ | 6:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h32 | 2:44 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000 · 364 SJ | 6:31 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h13 | 2:44 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000 · 368 SJ | 6:31 AM Malmö Centralstation | 10h15 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000 · 360 SJ | 6:31 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h12 | 12:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
430 X 2000 · 372 SJ | 6:31 AM Malmö Centralstation | 12h16 | 6:47 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1024 Öresundstågen+ 532 X 2000 · 669 SJ | 6:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 10h23 | 5:20 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1024 Öresundstågen+ 530 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 665 SJ | 6:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h45 | 2:42 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1024 Öresundstågen+ 332 SJ · 368 SJ | 6:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h49 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1026 Öresundstågen+ 368 SJ | 7:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h34 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1026 Öresundstågen+ 364 SJ | 7:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h32 | 2:44 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1026 Öresundstågen+ 376 SJ | 7:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 13h31 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1032 Öresundstågen+ 332 SJ · 368 SJ | 7:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h49 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1032 Öresundstågen+ 532 X 2000 · 669 SJ | 7:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h23 | 5:20 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1032 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 7:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 13h34 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
530 X 2000+ 2136 Mälartåg+ 665 SJ | 8:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h35 | 2:42 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1034 Öresundstågen+ 368 SJ | 8:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h34 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1034 Öresundstågen+ 364 SJ | 8:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h32 | 2:44 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1034 Öresundstågen+ 376 SJ | 8:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 12h31 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 532 X 2000 · 669 SJ | 8:20 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h00 | 5:20 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 332 SJ · 368 SJ | 8:20 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h26 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
3940 Snälltåget+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 8:20 AM Malmö Centralstation | 13h11 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1040 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 8:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 12h34 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1040 Öresundstågen+ 536 X 2000+ 7236 Västtrafik+ 9398 BT buss | 8:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h22 | 5:19 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1040 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 645 SJ 3000 | 8:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 10h57 | 7:54 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
484 SJ 3000 · 376 SJ | 9:04 AM Malmö Centralstation | 11h39 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
484 SJ 3000 · 364 SJ | 9:04 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h40 | 2:44 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1042 Öresundstågen+ 368 SJ | 9:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h34 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1042 Öresundstågen+ 376 SJ | 9:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 11h31 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1048 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 645 SJ 3000 | 9:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h57 | 7:54 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1048 Öresundstågen+ 536 X 2000+ 7236 Västtrafik+ 9398 BT buss | 9:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h22 | 5:19 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1048 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 9:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 11h34 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 376 SJ | 10:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 10h31 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 372 SJ | 10:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h35 | 6:47 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 13216 Västtrafik+ 800 Värmlandstrafik | 10:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h07 | 6:19 PM Karlstad busstation | 2 transfers | |
1050 Öresundstågen+ 368 SJ | 10:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h34 | 4:46 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1052 Öresundstågen+ 17558 Krösatågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen | 10:27 AM Malmö Centralstation | 11h04 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
1052 Öresundstågen+ 17558 Krösatågen+ 538 X 2000+ 2152 Mälartåg | 10:27 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h33 | 7:00 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
1052 Öresundstågen+ 17558 Krösatågen+ 542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen | 10:27 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h27 | 7:54 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
1056 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 645 SJ 3000 | 10:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h57 | 7:54 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1056 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 10:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 10h34 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1056 Öresundstågen+ 538 X 2000+ 2152 Mälartåg+ 643 SJ 3000 | 10:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 8h03 | 7:00 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
536 X 2000+ 7236 Västtrafik+ 9398 BT buss | 11:07 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h12 | 5:19 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1058 Öresundstågen+ 13216 Västtrafik+ 800 Värmlandstrafik | 11:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h07 | 6:19 PM Karlstad busstation | 2 transfers | |
1058 Öresundstågen+ 372 SJ | 11:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h35 | 6:47 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1058 Öresundstågen+ 376 SJ | 11:12 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h31 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1064 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 645 SJ 3000 | 11:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h57 | 7:54 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1064 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 11:57 AM Malmö Centralstation | 9h34 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
488 SJ 3000+ 13216 Västtrafik+ 800 Värmlandstrafik | 12:01 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h18 | 6:19 PM Karlstad busstation | 2 transfers | |
488 SJ 3000 · 372 SJ | 12:01 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h46 | 6:47 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
488 SJ 3000 · 376 SJ | 12:01 PM Malmö Centralstation | 8h42 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1066 Öresundstågen+ 376 SJ | 12:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 8h31 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1068 Öresundstågen+ 17560 Krösatågen+ 542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen | 12:27 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h27 | 7:54 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
1068 Öresundstågen+ 17560 Krösatågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen | 12:27 PM Malmö Centralstation | 9h04 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
1072 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 12:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 8h34 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
1072 Öresundstågen+ 542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 645 SJ 3000 | 12:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h57 | 7:54 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
490 SJ 3000 · 376 SJ | 1:04 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h39 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
490 SJ 3000 · 372 SJ | 1:04 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h43 | 6:47 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1074 Öresundstågen+ 376 SJ | 1:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h31 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1074 Öresundstågen+ 13224 Västtrafik+ 800 Värmlandstrafik | 1:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h07 | 8:19 PM Karlstad busstation | 2 transfers | |
1076 Öresundstågen+ 17562 Krösatågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen | 1:27 PM Malmö Centralstation | 8h04 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
1080 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 1:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h34 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
542 X 2000 · 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 2:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h24 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
542 X 2000+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 645 SJ 3000 | 2:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h47 | 7:54 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
1082 Öresundstågen+ 376 SJ | 2:12 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h31 | 8:43 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
1084 Öresundstågen+ 17564 Krösatågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen | 2:27 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h04 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
1088 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 2:57 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h34 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
544 X 2000 · 546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 3:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h24 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
546 X 2000+ 8182 Tåg i Bergslagen+ 677 SJ | 4:07 PM Malmö Centralstation | 5h24 | 9:31 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malmö to Karlstad
Distance 261 miles (421 km) |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: SJ, Oresundstag, Tågab, Snälltåget, BTbuss, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Malmö to Karlstad trainsSJ, Oresundstag, Tågab, Snälltåget, BTbuss, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Malmö and Karlstad from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Malmö to Karlstad

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Malmö to Karlstad
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days.
- Bistro Royal
- Burger King
- Chao Oriental Express
- Espresso House
- O'Leary's
- Sliders & Shakes
- Woso Sushi
- Subway
- Sofra
- Spazio
- & many more
- Accessible entrances to the station are via the so-called Glashallen on the north side. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee.
- Hotel Duxiana Malmo
- Moment Hotels
- Mayfair Hotel Tunneln
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 31, 32, 35
- Train lines: City Tunnel, Øresund Line, Southern Main Line, West Coast Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Hyllie Boulevard.
- Restaurant Nilsson's
- Skybar & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 5
- Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel
- Quality Hotel View
- Malmö Arena Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Malmö Central and Copenhagen
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Öresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the nearby streets.
- Restaurant Atmosfär
- Kin Long Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- SEK 10
- Scandic Triangeln
- Elite Plaza Hotel Malmö
- Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Drottninggatan.
- Restaurant Frost
- Br. Olssons Elektriska
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Drott
- Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad
- Scandic Karlstad City
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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