The cheapest and fastest trains from Sala to Stockholm
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sala to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sala to Stockholm will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sala for Stockholm on Tue, May 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.
10:32 AM1h50Sala12:22 PMStockholm$121One-way0 transfers
10:59 AM1h15Sala12:14 PMStockholm$131One-way0 transfers
7:59 AM1h17Sala9:16 AMStockholm$141One-way0 transfers
11:59 AM1h15Sala1:14 PMStockholm$151One-way0 transfers
5:59 PM1h16Sala7:15 PMStockholm$151One-way0 transfers
11:59 AM1h15Sala1:14 PMStockholm$151One-way0 transfers
10:59 AM1h15Sala12:14 PMStockholm$131One-way0 transfers
5:59 PM1h16Sala7:15 PMStockholm$151One-way0 transfers
7:59 AM1h17Sala9:16 AMStockholm$141One-way0 transfers
10:32 AM1h50Sala12:22 PMStockholm$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Sala to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sala to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Sala to Stockholm:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sala to Stockholm costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 26m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 23m by train vs 1h 27m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $25 (€20)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Sala to Stockholm train times
The table below shows live departures for Sala to Stockholm trains for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 VL+ 2147 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ | 3:50 PM Sala | 1h54 | 5:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
2147 Mälartåg+ 178 SJ | 4:03 PM Sala tågstation | 1h41 | 5:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
402 VL+ 8547 Mälartåg+ 130 SJ | 4:10 PM Sala | 2h04 | 6:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
8547 Mälartåg+ 130 SJ | 4:32 PM Sala tågstation | 1h42 | 6:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
402 VL+ 47 SJ | 4:38 PM Sala | 1h38 | 6:16 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
66 VL+ 47 SJ | 4:45 PM Sala | 1h31 | 6:16 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
60 VL+ 8548 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg · 5 SL | 4:48 PM Saladamm | 2h57 | 7:45 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 transfers | |
60 VL+ 8551 Mälartåg+ 132 SJ+ 5 SL | 4:48 PM Saladamm | 2h57 | 7:45 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 transfers | |
47 SJ | 4:59 PM Sala tågstation | 1h17 | 6:16 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2151 Mälartåg+ 180 SJ | 5:03 PM Sala tågstation | 1h41 | 6:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
402 VL+ 8551 Mälartåg+ 132 SJ | 5:10 PM Sala | 2h04 | 7:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
8551 Mälartåg+ 132 SJ | 5:32 PM Sala tågstation | 1h42 | 7:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
8548 Mälartåg · 861 Mälartåg | 5:34 PM Sala tågstation | 1h41 | 7:15 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
402 VL+ 2155 Mälartåg+ 182 SJ | 5:41 PM Sala | 2h03 | 7:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
2155 Mälartåg+ 182 SJ | 6:03 PM Sala tågstation | 1h41 | 7:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
64 VL+ 8552 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg · 5 SL | 6:08 PM Saladamm | 2h36 | 8:44 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 transfers | |
64 VL+ 25 SJ+ 5 SL | 6:08 PM Saladamm | 2h51 | 8:59 PM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 2 transfers | |
402 VL+ 25 SJ | 6:37 PM Sala | 1h38 | 8:15 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
25 SJ | 6:59 PM Sala tågstation | 1h16 | 8:15 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Mälartåg+ 184 SJ | 7:03 PM Sala tågstation | 1h41 | 8:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
402 VL+ 8556 Mälartåg · 869 Mälartåg | 7:10 PM Sala | 2h05 | 9:15 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
8556 Mälartåg · 869 Mälartåg | 7:32 PM Sala tågstation | 1h43 | 9:15 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2163 Mälartåg+ 186 SJ | 8:05 PM Sala tågstation | 1h39 | 9:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
64 VL+ 2194 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg · 5 SL | 8:50 PM Saladamm | 3h37 | 12:27 AM Stockholm, Västerbroplan | 3 transfers | |
2167 Mälartåg+ 188 SJ | 9:05 PM Sala tågstation | 1h39 | 10:44 PM Stockholm Central Station | 1 transfer | |
2194 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg | 10:03 PM Sala tågstation | 1h49 | 11:52 PM Stockholm City station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, May 12 | |||||
![]() | 7:59 AM Sala | 1h17 | 9:16 AM Stockholm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:32 AM Sala | 1h50 | 12:22 PM Stockholm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:59 AM Sala | 1h15 | 12:14 PM Stockholm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 AM Sala | 1h15 | 1:14 PM Stockholm | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sala to Stockholm
Trains from Sala to Stockholm run on average 52 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 52 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SJ, SL, Malartag from Sala to Stockholm trainsSJ, SL, Malartag trains will get you between Sala and Stockholm from $7 (€6). 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 Sala to Stockholm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sala to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sala to Stockholm
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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