- Must visit
Flygvapenmuseum
Sweden’s Air Force Museum with historic aircraft, immersive exhibitions, and the recovered DC-3 spy plane. One of Linköping’s strongest museum experiences.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Södertälje to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Södertälje to Linköping will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Södertälje for Linköping on Mon, Jun 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Södertälje to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Södertälje to Linköping:
A train is $38 (€30) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Södertälje to Linköping costing on average $58 (€46).
Other travel options to Linköping take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 9m.
The journey is about 7m faster (1h 37m by train vs 1h 44m by car) and roughly $15 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $35 (€28)). 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, Snälltåget, Swedish Railways (SJ).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Södertälje to Linköping trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 AM Södertälje | 1h35 | 10:00 AM Linköping | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Södertälje | 1h32 | 9:32 PM Linköping | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
![]() | 8:00 AM Södertälje | 1h32 | 9:32 AM Linköping | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Södertälje to Linköping run on average 75 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 75 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Sweden’s Air Force Museum with historic aircraft, immersive exhibitions, and the recovered DC-3 spy plane. One of Linköping’s strongest museum experiences.
A living open-air museum with historic wooden houses, craft shops, gardens, and small exhibitions that recreate older Linköping life.
Regional museum covering art, cultural history, and design from Östergötland, with rotating exhibitions and a strong local focus.
Historic district with cobbled lanes, preserved wooden buildings, small gardens, and a strong old-town atmosphere popular with visitors and photographers.
A picturesque canal-lock area in the wider Linköping area, very popular in summer for waterside walks, views, and photos.
The central square surrounded by shops and city life, useful as an orientation point and a lively place to experience everyday Linköping.
A traditional beef stew from Östergötland, slowly cooked with onions, allspice, and bay leaf. It is a classic regional comfort dish often served with potatoes and pickled beetroot.
Crisp Swedish potato pancakes served with fried pork and lingonberries. It is a beloved homestyle dish widely eaten in central and southern Sweden.
A rich veal patty made with cream and egg yolk, gently fried and served with mashed potatoes, peas, and lingonberries. It is a classic Swedish restaurant dish.
A well-known waterfront restaurant near central Linköping, recognized for modern Swedish cooking, seafood, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
An established beer hall and restaurant known for classic Nordic dishes, broad beer selection, and a lively traditional setting.
A long-running Linköping restaurant offering Indian cuisine in a central, dependable setting. It is popular for generous portions and consistent quality.
Prices are high by global standards. Cards are widely used, and dining out costs more than in many EU cities.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great table service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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