- Must visit
Vasa Museum
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Säffle to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Säffle to Stockholm will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Säffle to Stockholm without transferring at least once.
3950 SJ · 60634 SJ · 166 SJ
3960 SJ · 60672 SJ · 178 SJ
648 SJ 3000+
800 Värmlandstrafik
3951 SJ · 428 X 2000
620 SJ 3000+
800 Värmlandstrafik
620 SJ 3000+
800 Värmlandstrafik
674 SJ+
806 Värmlandstrafik · 700 Värmlandstrafik
3960 SJ · 60672 SJ · 178 SJ
3950 SJ · 60634 SJ · 166 SJ
648 SJ 3000+
800 VärmlandstrafikOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Säffle to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 182 miles (293 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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 Säffle to Stockholm:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Säffle to Stockholm costing on average $85 (€69).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 16m.
Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $79 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.58 (€-5.29). The journey takes 4h 25m versus 4h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Säffle to Stockholm trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
620 SJ 3000+ 800 Värmlandstrafik | 4:53 AM Säffle station | 3h53 | 8:46 AM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
426 X 2000+ 3819 Västtrafik · 13277 Västtrafik | 6:34 AM Säffle station | 5h05 | 11:39 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
3950 SJ · 60634 SJ · 166 SJ | 6:56 AM Säffle station | 4h48 | 11:44 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
3951 SJ · 428 X 2000 | 6:57 AM Säffle station | 5h43 | 12:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3955 SJ · 432 X 2000 | 9:00 AM Säffle station | 5h40 | 2:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
3959 SJ · 436 X 2000 | 10:59 AM Säffle station | 5h41 | 4:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Säffle to Stockholm run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (293 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 182 miles (293 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Most Säffle to Stockholm trains use the Säffle tågstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm, Cityterminalen. Use this guide to compare Säffle and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Säffle tågstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Säffle tågstation.
Available at Säffle tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Säffle tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Säffle tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Stockholm, Cityterminalen has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen.
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