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Bildmuseet
Contemporary art museum on the Ume River, known for major international exhibitions, photography, design, and strong architecture within the Arts Campus.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 12 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
480 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Umeå 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 Umeå will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 35 trains that leave Stockholm Arlanda Airport for Umeå on Mon, Jul 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 480 km distance in an average of 6 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 6 h 43 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.
8362 X-Trafik+
580 SJ 3000+
8440 Mälartåg+
40 Pendeltåg
92 SJ
8362 X-Trafik+
94 SJ+
8440 Mälartåg+
40 Pendeltåg
566 SJ 3000 · 580 SJ 3000
94 SJ
574 SJ 3000
580 SJ 3000
560 SJ 3000
576 SJ 3000+
7418 Norrtåg
560 SJ 3000+
7408 NorrtågOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Umeå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $80, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 298 miles (480 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $215 Average price | $93 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Umeå:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Umeå costing on average $100 (€83).
A bus is $122 (€101) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Umeå costing on average $215 (€177).
Other travel options to Umeå take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 14m.
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
Tickets start at around $100 (€83) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-76.19 (€-62.67). The journey takes 7h 14m versus 6h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Umeå trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
564 SJ 3000+ 7410 Norrtåg | 8:41 AM Arlanda Central station | 6h43 | 3:24 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
564 SJ 3000+ 7414 Norrtåg | 8:41 AM Arlanda Central station | 9h43 | 6:24 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
564 SJ 3000 | 8:41 AM Arlanda Central station | 5h54 | 2:35 PM Umeå Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 SJ 3000 · 580 SJ 3000 | 8:41 AM Arlanda Central station | 13h52 | 10:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
568 SJ 3000+ 7412 Norrtåg | 10:41 AM Arlanda Central station | 6h46 | 5:27 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
568 SJ 3000+ 7414 Norrtåg | 10:41 AM Arlanda Central station | 7h43 | 6:24 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
568 SJ 3000 · 580 SJ 3000 | 10:41 AM Arlanda Central station | 11h52 | 10:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
568 SJ 3000 · 574 SJ 3000 | 10:41 AM Arlanda Central station | 8h52 | 7:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
10 SJ · 580 SJ 3000 | 12:34 PM Arlanda Central station | 9h59 | 10:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
10 SJ · 574 SJ 3000 | 12:34 PM Arlanda Central station | 6h59 | 7:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
10 SJ+ 7418 Norrtåg | 12:34 PM Arlanda Central station | 8h45 | 9:19 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
574 SJ 3000 | 1:41 PM Arlanda Central station | 5h52 | 7:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
574 SJ 3000 · 580 SJ 3000 | 1:41 PM Arlanda Central station | 8h52 | 10:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
574 SJ 3000+ 7418 Norrtåg | 1:41 PM Arlanda Central station | 7h38 | 9:19 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
574 SJ 3000+ 7440 Norrtåg+ 99007 Y-Buss | 1:41 PM Arlanda Central station | 16h44 | 6:25 AM Umeå Central Station | 2 transfers | |
576 SJ 3000+ 7418 Norrtåg | 2:42 PM Arlanda Central station | 6h37 | 9:19 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
576 SJ 3000 · 580 SJ 3000 | 2:42 PM Arlanda Central station | 7h51 | 10:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 1 transfer | |
576 SJ 3000+ 7440 Norrtåg+ 99007 Y-Buss | 2:42 PM Arlanda Central station | 15h43 | 6:25 AM Umeå Central Station | 2 transfers | |
8380 X-Trafik+ 580 SJ 3000+ 8440 Mälartåg+ 40 Pendeltåg | 2:46 PM Arlanda Central station | 7h47 | 10:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 3 transfers | |
8380 X-Trafik+ 7440 Norrtåg+ 8440 Mälartåg+ 99007 Y-Buss | 2:46 PM Arlanda Central station | 15h39 | 6:25 AM Umeå Central Station | 4 transfers | |
580 SJ 3000 | 4:41 PM Arlanda Central station | 5h52 | 10:33 PM Umeå Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 SJ 3000+ 7440 Norrtåg+ 99007 Y-Buss | 4:41 PM Arlanda Central station | 13h44 | 6:25 AM Umeå Central Station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Umeå run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by flight.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 298 miles (480 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 298 miles (480 km) |
Average train duration 7h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 2:40 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
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Contemporary art museum on the Ume River, known for major international exhibitions, photography, design, and strong architecture within the Arts Campus.
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Central square surrounded by important civic buildings, a natural starting point for exploring the city center on foot.
Heritage park area beside Västerbottens museum, combining green space, historic buildings, and relaxed local atmosphere.
Popular walking area along the Ume River with open views, especially appealing in summer and during bright northern evenings.
Savory pie made with Västerbottensost cheese from northern Sweden. It is one of the region’s most famous dishes and is often served at celebrations.
Thinly sliced sautéed reindeer, traditionally served with potatoes and lingonberries. It is a classic northern Swedish dish linked to Sámi food culture.
Cured salmon with dill, sugar, and salt, commonly served with mustard sauce. It is a staple of Swedish festive tables and widely eaten in Umeå.
Established fine dining restaurant in Umeå known for seasonal tasting menus, refined cooking, and an intimate atmosphere.
Popular casual venue for brunch, coffee, and modern Nordic comfort food with a lively local atmosphere.
Well-known central restaurant serving Swedish and northern regional dishes in a polished but relaxed setting.
Moderate by Swedish standards. Food and coffee are manageable, but hotels and alcohol can raise daily costs.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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