The cheapest and fastest trains from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station 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 Central Station will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Skövde for Stockholm Central Station on Tue, Jan 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Skövde to Stockholm Central Station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €49.
Distance: 164 miles (264 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Skövde to Stockholm Central Station train times
The table below shows live departures for Skövde to Stockholm Central Station trains for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
446 X 2000 | 6:33 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2h10 | 8:43 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
448 X 2000 | 7:38 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2h09 | 9:47 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
2010 VR Snabbtåg | 7:45 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2h12 | 9:57 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
450 SJ 3000 | 8:36 PM Skövde Centralstation | 2h13 | 10:49 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 20 | |||||
![]() | 4:00 AM Skövde | 2h25 | 6:25 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:07 AM Skövde | 2h19 | 8:26 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:37 AM Skövde | 2h16 | 12:53 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:44 PM Skövde | 2h18 | 8:02 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Skövde to Stockholm Central Station trains with Omio?
SJ as well as VR, FlixTrain and Swedish Railways (SJ) offer trains services from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station.
Why book with Omio vs SJ?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SJ, but also compare tickets for the likes of VR, FlixTrain and Swedish Railways (SJ) to find the best option for your trip from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SJ with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SJ tickets can be bought on SJ's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of VR, FlixTrain and Swedish Railways (SJ) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station start from as low as $14 (€11) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $30 (€25) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 25 daily trains from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station with 22 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 12m but the average duration is 2h 23m
Train Operators
- Travel from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station with SJ, VR, FlixTrain, and Swedish Railways (SJ)
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is SJ.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 04:00 AM and the last at 08:46 PM
Distance 164 miles (264 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 20:46 |
Train companies: SJ, VR, FlixTrain, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station trainsSJ, VR, FlixTrain, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Skövde and Stockholm Central Station from $14 (€11). 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 Skövde to Stockholm Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station 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 Central Station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Skövde to Stockholm Central Station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- Restaurang Sällskapet
- Restaurang Glädje
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Scandic Billingen
- Clarion Collection Hotel Majoren
- Quality Hotel Prisma
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
- 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
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