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Rademachersmedjorna
Open-air heritage area with traditional buildings and farm settings. It offers an accessible look at everyday life in older Sörmland.
Cheapest price on Sep 04
$32
Average ticket price on Sep 04
$45
Fastest journey on Sep 04
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
1 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 04
10
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Fri, Sep 04, we found 10 trains from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 04 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Fri, Sep 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
40 SL · 41 SL · 48 SL+
589 Sörmlandstrafiken
40 SL · 48 SL+
701 Sörmlandstrafiken · 589 Sörmlandstrafiken
40 SL · 48 SL+
589 Sörmlandstrafiken · 701 Sörmlandstrafiken
925 Mälartåg
919 Mälartåg
925 Mälartåg
919 Mälartåg
929 Mälartåg
925 Mälartåg+
3 Sörmlandstrafiken
919 Mälartåg+
31 SörmlandstrafikenOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, while a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Eskilstuna take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 8m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (1h 28m by train vs 1h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Malartag, Mälartåg.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna trains for today, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
929 Mälartåg | 10:28 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h29 | 11:57 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
933 Mälartåg | 11:28 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 12:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
937 Mälartåg | 12:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 1:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
941 Mälartåg | 1:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 2:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
947 Mälartåg | 2:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 3:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7841 Arlanda Express+ 10921 Mälartåg | 2:35 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1h51 | 4:26 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
951 Mälartåg | 3:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 4:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7773 Arlanda Express+ 10923 Mälartåg | 3:47 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1h42 | 5:29 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
955 Mälartåg | 4:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 5:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7849 Arlanda Express+ 10925 Mälartåg | 4:35 PM Arlanda Norra station | 1h51 | 6:26 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
959 Mälartåg | 5:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h27 | 6:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
965 Mälartåg | 6:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 7:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
971 Mälartåg | 7:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 8:56 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
977 Mälartåg · 60977 Mälartåg | 8:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h57 | 10:25 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
983 Mälartåg · 60983 Mälartåg | 9:29 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h54 | 11:23 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
989 Mälartåg · 60989 Mälartåg | 10:30 PM Arlanda Central station | 1h55 | 12:25 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 4 | |||||
919 Mälartåg+ 31 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 7815 Arlanda express | 8:05 AM Arlanda Norra station | 2h10 | 10:15 AM Eskilstuna | 2 transfers | |
40 SL · 48 SL+ 589 Sörmlandstrafiken · 701 Sörmlandstrafiken | 8:14 AM Arlanda Central station | 4h33 | 12:47 PM Eskilstuna | 3 transfers | |
40 SL · 48 SL+ 589 Sörmlandstrafiken · 701 Sörmlandstrafiken | 8:14 AM Arlanda Central station | 4h41 | 12:55 PM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
919 Mälartåg | 8:29 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h29 | 9:58 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
919 Mälartåg+ 31 Sörmlandstrafiken | 8:29 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h46 | 10:15 AM Eskilstuna | 1 transfer | |
925 Mälartåg+ 3 Sörmlandstrafiken+ 7721 Arlanda express | 9:11 AM Arlanda Norra station | 2h01 | 11:12 AM Eskilstuna | 2 transfers | |
40 SL · 41 SL · 48 SL+ 589 Sörmlandstrafiken | 9:14 AM Arlanda Central station | 4h33 | 1:47 PM Eskilstuna | 4 transfers | |
925 Mälartåg | 9:28 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h28 | 10:56 AM Eskilstuna Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
925 Mälartåg+ 3 Sörmlandstrafiken | 9:28 AM Arlanda Central station | 1h44 | 11:12 AM Eskilstuna | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:22, the last at 11:28. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 1:22 AM |
Last train 11:28 AM |
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Discover the best of Eskilstuna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Eskilstuna trip today.
Open-air heritage area with traditional buildings and farm settings. It offers an accessible look at everyday life in older Sörmland.
Eskilstuna’s main city museum presents local industrial, social, and cultural history. A strong first stop for understanding the city’s identity.
Industrial museum showcasing Bolinder-Munktell machinery, engines, and vehicles. It highlights the engineering heritage that shaped Eskilstuna.
Preserved 17th-century smithy quarter with workshops, shops, and cobbled lanes. It is one of Eskilstuna’s most atmospheric walking areas.
Central pedestrian street lined with shops and city life. A practical and lively route for visitors exploring the center on foot.
Main square in central Eskilstuna surrounded by civic buildings and commerce. It serves as a convenient hub and orientation point.
A classic Sörmland potato dumpling stuffed with pork and served with butter and lingonberries. A hearty regional dish tied to nearby Södermanland traditions.
Cured Baltic herring, often served on crispbread or with potatoes, sour cream, and chives. A staple of Swedish home cooking and festive tables.
Pan-fried herring, commonly served with mashed potatoes and lingonberries. Beloved in central Sweden for its simple, traditional flavors.
Established riverside restaurant serving Nordic and European dishes with a polished yet approachable atmosphere.
Well-known café and bakery for Swedish fika, pastries, sandwiches, and coffee in a relaxed daytime atmosphere.
Popular central gastropub known for burgers, grilled dishes, and craft beer in a lively casual setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than smaller Baltics, but local transit is reasonable and many places are card-first.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
Official public transport app
Eskilstuna Centralstation -> Fristadstorget
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna 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 Eskilstuna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Eskilstuna trains use the Stockholm Centralstation to Eskilstuna Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Eskilstuna, Parken Zoo. Use this guide to compare Stockholm Arlanda Airport and Eskilstuna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Eskilstuna 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Eskilstuna Ölkultur, Restaurang Grappa
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Eskilstuna Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Eskilstuna Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eskilstuna Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Bolinder Munktell, Elite Stadshotellet Eskilstuna, Comfort Hotel Eskilstuna.
Eskilstuna, Parken Zoo is 1 km from Eskilstuna city centre. Public transport options include:
Eskilstuna, Parken Zoo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Eskilstuna, Parken Zoo. ATMs are aTMs available in the station.
Ticket office support is available at Eskilstuna, Parken Zoo.
Available at Eskilstuna, Parken Zoo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eskilstuna, Parken Zoo: Fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Eskilstuna, Kyrkogatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars available
Free WiFi available to travelers. ATMs are aTM machine located in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Eskilstuna, Kyrkogatan.
Available at Eskilstuna, Kyrkogatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eskilstuna, Kyrkogatan: Station equipped with ramps and elevators.
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