Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport train with SJ

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 20

Cheapest price on Oct 20

€41

Average ticket price on Oct 20

€72

Fastest journey on Oct 20

2 h 48 m

Average journey duration on Oct 20

2 h 53 m

Trains on Oct 20

35

Distance

273 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport without transferring at least once.

  • SJ172 SJ+Malartag4132 Mälartåg · 838 Mälartåg+SL583 SL
    11:10 AM4h15
    Skövde Centralstation
    3:25 PMStockholm Arlanda Airport
    €411One-way
    3 transfers
  • VR2032 VR+SL40 SL
    11:43 AM3h33
    Skövde Centralstation
    3:16 PMArlanda Central station
    €441One-way
    1 transfer
  • SJ430 SJ+Malartag940 Mälartåg
    11:28 AM3h01
    Skövde Centralstation
    2:29 PMArlanda Central station
    €511One-way
    1 transfer
  • SJ172 SJ+Malartag946 Mälartåg
    11:10 AM4h19
    Skövde Centralstation
    3:29 PMArlanda Central station
    €511One-way
    1 transfer
  • SJ166 SJ+Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik+Malartag932 Mälartåg
    8:03 AM4h26
    Skövde Centralstation
    12:29 PMArlanda Central station
    €511One-way
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport

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Trains from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport run on average 48 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 2h 24m.

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
169 miles (273 km)
Average train duration
2h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
€14
Trains per day
48
Fastest train
2h 24m
First train
4:40 AM
Last train
8:35 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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

Live departures

Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport trains for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SJ6:38 PM Skövde
2h51
9:29 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport0 transfersDirect
SJ7:36 PM Skövde
3h01
10:37 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport0 transfersDirect
SJ8:36 PM Skövde
2h53
11:29 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport0 transfersDirect
VR8:48 PM Skövde
3h40
12:28 AM Stockholm Arlanda Airport0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, October 20
SJ166 SJ+Malartag932 Mälartåg+Västtrafik3426 Västtrafik8:03 AM Skövde Centralstation
4h26
12:29 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
SJ424 SJ+Arlanda Express7826 Arlanda express8:31 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h55
11:26 AM Arlanda Norra station1 transfer
SJ424 SJ+Arlanda Express7826 Arlanda express8:31 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h52
11:23 AM Arlanda Södra station1 transfer
VR2006 VR+Malartag928 Mälartåg8:41 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h48
11:29 AM Arlanda Central station1 transfer
VR2006 VR+Arlanda Express7738 Arlanda express8:41 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h54
11:35 AM Arlanda Södra station1 transfer
VR2006 VR+Arlanda Express7738 Arlanda express8:41 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h57
11:38 AM Arlanda Norra station1 transfer
SJ168 SJ+Malartag936 Mälartåg+Västtrafik613 Västtrafik8:43 AM Skövde
4h46
1:29 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
SJ168 SJ+Malartag936 Mälartåg9:09 AM Skövde Centralstation
4h20
1:29 PM Arlanda Central station1 transfer
SJ170 SJ+Malartag940 Mälartåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:19 AM Skövde
5h10
2:29 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
SJ170 SJ · 660 SJ · 20 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik9:19 AM Skövde
4h45
2:04 PM Arlanda Central station3 transfers
SJ170 SJ · 660 SJ · 20 SJ+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik9:39 AM Skövde
4h25
2:04 PM Arlanda Central station3 transfers
SJ170 SJ+Malartag940 Mälartåg+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik9:39 AM Skövde
4h50
2:29 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
SJ428 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+Arlanda Express7834 Arlanda express9:49 AM Skövde
3h37
1:26 PM Arlanda Norra station2 transfers
SJ170 SJ+Malartag940 Mälartåg10:02 AM Skövde Centralstation
4h27
2:29 PM Arlanda Central station1 transfer
SJ170 SJ · 660 SJ · 20 SJ10:02 AM Skövde Centralstation
4h02
2:04 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
SJ428 SJ+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik+Arlanda Express7834 Arlanda express10:09 AM Skövde
3h17
1:26 PM Arlanda Norra station2 transfers
SJ172 SJ+Malartag4132 Mälartåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+SL40 SL10:19 AM Skövde
4h57
3:16 PM Arlanda Central station3 transfers
SJ172 SJ+Malartag946 Mälartåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik10:19 AM Skövde
5h10
3:29 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
SJ428 SJ+Malartag936 Mälartåg10:28 AM Skövde Centralstation
3h01
1:29 PM Arlanda Central station1 transfer
SJ428 SJ+Arlanda Express7834 Arlanda express10:28 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h55
1:23 PM Arlanda Södra station1 transfer
SJ172 SJ+Malartag946 Mälartåg+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik10:39 AM Skövde
4h50
3:29 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
SJ172 SJ+Malartag4132 Mälartåg+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik+SL40 SL10:39 AM Skövde
4h37
3:16 PM Arlanda Central station3 transfers
SJ430 SJ+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+Arlanda Express7838 Arlanda express10:49 AM Skövde
3h37
2:26 PM Arlanda Norra station2 transfers
SJ430 SJ+Arlanda Express7838 Arlanda express+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik11:09 AM Skövde
3h17
2:26 PM Arlanda Norra station2 transfers
SJ172 SJ+Malartag946 Mälartåg11:10 AM Skövde Centralstation
4h19
3:29 PM Arlanda Central station1 transfer
SJ172 SJ+Malartag4132 Mälartåg+SL40 SL11:10 AM Skövde Centralstation
4h06
3:16 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
SJ172 SJ+Malartag4132 Mälartåg · 838 Mälartåg+SL583 SL11:10 AM Skövde Centralstation
4h15
3:25 PM Stockholm Arlanda Airport3 transfers
SJ174 SJ+Malartag950 Mälartåg+Västtrafik2 Västtrafik11:19 AM Skövde
5h10
4:29 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
Västtrafik2 Västtrafik+VR2032 VR+Arlanda Express7764 Arlanda express11:19 AM Skövde
3h31
2:50 PM Arlanda Norra station2 transfers
SJ430 SJ+Malartag940 Mälartåg11:28 AM Skövde Centralstation
3h01
2:29 PM Arlanda Central station1 transfer
SJ430 SJ+Arlanda Express7838 Arlanda express11:28 AM Skövde Centralstation
2h55
2:23 PM Arlanda Södra station1 transfer
SJ174 SJ+Malartag950 Mälartåg+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik11:39 AM Skövde
4h50
4:29 PM Arlanda Central station2 transfers
VR2032 VR+Arlanda Express7764 Arlanda express11:43 AM Skövde Centralstation
3h07
2:50 PM Arlanda Norra station1 transfer
VR2032 VR+SL40 SL11:43 AM Skövde Centralstation
3h33
3:16 PM Arlanda Central station1 transfer
SJ432 SJ+Arlanda Express7842 Arlanda express+Västtrafik6 Västtrafik12:09 PM Skövde
3h17
3:26 PM Arlanda Norra station2 transfers

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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 SJ Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest SJ Price
€14
SJ frequency
23 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

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VR Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest VR Price
€19
VR frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Malartag

About
Mälartåg is a Swedish train company from the Mälardalen region operating in the Stockholm, Sörmland, Uppsala, Västmanland, Örebro and Östergötland. Mälartåg's train fleet consists of double-deckers and smaller regional trains with a maximum speed of 200 km/h.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Malartag Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Malartag Price
€19
Malartag frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 piece of larger luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by ÖBB
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and drinks, bistro service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in First Class
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional reservation for €3
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs need ticket (50% of regular fare). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Tågab

About
Tågåkeriet i Bergslagen (TÅGAB) is a Swedish railway company established in 1994 and headquartered in Kristinehamn. It operates both freight and passenger trains in Sweden and Norway. TÅGAB's passenger services include routes like Gothenburg-Karlstad-Kristinehamn-Falun/Mora and Karlstad-Stockholm, often utilizing Rc3 locomotives with passenger coaches or X10 railcars. For some regional passenger transport, TÅGAB collaborates with Tåg i Bergslagen, using Bombardier Regina and SJ X12 railcars. The company also handles freight traffic, particularly for industrial plants along its routes, and was one of the first private companies for rail freight transport in Sweden.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tågab Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Tågab Price
€64
Tågab frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport 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 Arlanda Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €14, while the average price is around €48.
The train from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport takes 2h 24m and runs 48 per day.
The distance by train from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport is 169 miles (273 km).
The first train from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport leaves at 4:40 AM.
The last train from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport leaves at 8:35 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
The train journey from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport offers scenic views, especially as it traverses the picturesque Swedish countryside, featuring lush forests, charming small towns, and serene lakes.
Yes, you can take the train from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
Popular day trips by train from Stockholm Arlanda Airport include Stockholm, Gävle, Uppsala, Eskilstuna, Norrköping.
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.
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.

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Popular train stations from Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport

Most Skövde to Stockholm Arlanda Airport trains use the Skövde Centralstation to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Skövde and Stockholm Arlanda Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Skövde
Arrival train stations in Stockholm
Skövde Centralstation541 30 Skövde, SwedenWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Skövde Centralstation from Skövde city centre

Bus2, 4, 6, 200, 500, 505, 501, 600, 610, 613 · 1m · €1 · every ~30 min

Skövde Centralstation train station facilities and services

Skövde 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurang Sällskapet, Restaurang Glädje

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

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

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Skövde Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Skövde Centralstation: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Skövde Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Scandic Billingen, Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren, Quality Hotel Prisma.

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