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Värmlands Museum
Värmlands Museum presents regional history, design, and art in a striking waterfront building, making it one of Karlstad’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price on Oct 14
$61
Average ticket price on Oct 14
$83
Fastest journey on Oct 14
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
3 h 26 m
Trains on Oct 14
25
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm-Arlanda to Karlstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm-Arlanda to Karlstad will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Stockholm-Arlanda to Karlstad without transferring at least once.
11 SJ · 677 SJ
677 SJ+
7959 Arlanda express
951 Mälartåg · 10951 Mälartåg+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro+
500 Värmlandstrafik
951 Mälartåg · 10951 Mälartåg+
500 Värmlandstrafik · 902 Värmlandstrafik
955 Mälartåg+
500 Länstrafiken Örebro+
500 Värmlandstrafik · 8939 Värmlandstrafik
669 SJ+
7765 Arlanda express
643 SJ+
7775 Arlanda express
19 SJ+
7053 Tågab
643 SJ+
7775 Arlanda express
669 SJ+
7765 Arlanda expressTrains from Stockholm-Arlanda to Karlstad run on average 92 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 but you can travel from only $17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 92 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Stockholm-Arlanda to Karlstad trains for today, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
955 Mälartåg+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik · 8939 Värmlandstrafik | 4:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 5h25 | 9:53 PM Karlstad tågstation | 3 transfers | |
7849 Arlanda express+ 183 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 4:35 PM Arlanda Norra station | 5h18 | 9:53 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
7849 Arlanda express+ 183 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 4:37 PM Arlanda Södra station | 5h16 | 9:53 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
7959 Arlanda express+ 677 SJ | 6:50 PM Arlanda Norra station | 3h31 | 10:21 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
7959 Arlanda express+ 677 SJ | 6:52 PM Arlanda Södra station | 3h29 | 10:21 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
971 Mälartåg+ 189 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 7:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 9h44 | 5:12 AM Karlstad | 5 transfers | |
| Wednesday, October 14 | |||||
169 SJ · 60629 SJ+ 7821 Arlanda express | 9:35 AM Arlanda Norra station | 4h29 | 2:04 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
169 SJ · 60629 SJ+ 7821 Arlanda express | 9:37 AM Arlanda Södra station | 4h27 | 2:04 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
929 Mälartåg+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik · 8923 Värmlandstrafik | 10:28 AM Arlanda Central station | 5h21 | 3:49 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
171 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 8923 Värmlandstrafik+ 7825 Arlanda express | 10:35 AM Arlanda Norra station | 5h14 | 3:49 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
171 SJ+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 7825 Arlanda express+ 8923 Värmlandstrafik | 10:37 AM Arlanda Södra station | 5h12 | 3:49 PM Karlstad tågstation | 4 transfers | |
173 SJ · 60665 SJ+ 7829 Arlanda express | 11:35 AM Arlanda Norra station | 4h29 | 4:04 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
173 SJ · 60665 SJ+ 7829 Arlanda express | 11:37 AM Arlanda Södra station | 4h27 | 4:04 PM Karlstad tågstation | 2 transfers | |
7053 Tågab+ 7757 Arlanda express | 1:49 PM Arlanda Södra station | 3h30 | 5:19 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
19 SJ+ 7053 Tågab | 1:52 PM Arlanda Central station | 3h27 | 5:19 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
947 Mälartåg+ 669 SJ | 2:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 3h46 | 6:14 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
669 SJ+ 7765 Arlanda express | 2:47 PM Arlanda Norra station | 3h27 | 6:14 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
669 SJ+ 7765 Arlanda express | 2:49 PM Arlanda Södra station | 3h25 | 6:14 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
951 Mälartåg · 10951 Mälartåg+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 3:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 5h33 | 9:01 PM Karlstad | 4 transfers | |
951 Mälartåg · 10951 Mälartåg+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 500 Värmlandstrafik | 3:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 5h45 | 9:13 PM Karlstad | 4 transfers | |
951 Mälartåg · 10951 Mälartåg+ 500 Länstrafiken Örebro+ 4 Värmlandstrafik | 3:28 PM Arlanda Central station | 5h45 | 9:13 PM Karlstad | 4 transfers | |
21 SJ · 643 SJ | 3:54 PM Arlanda Central station | 3h32 | 7:26 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
643 SJ+ 7775 Arlanda express | 3:59 PM Arlanda Norra station | 3h27 | 7:26 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
643 SJ+ 7775 Arlanda express | 4:01 PM Arlanda Södra station | 3h25 | 7:26 PM Karlstad tågstation | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Värmlands Museum presents regional history, design, and art in a striking waterfront building, making it one of Karlstad’s essential cultural visits.
Sandgrund Lars Lerin is a celebrated art gallery showing Lars Lerin’s watercolor works in a former dance hall by the river.
Brigadmuseum explores Sweden’s Cold War and military history through immersive exhibitions, vehicles, and personal stories.
Mariebergsskogen is Karlstad’s beloved city park, with lakeside walks, gardens, playgrounds, and easy year-round outdoor recreation.
Sandgrundsudden is a scenic waterfront peninsula with museum architecture, river views, and one of the city’s most pleasant walking areas.
Stora Torget is the central square, surrounded by shops and civic buildings, and an easy starting point for exploring Karlstad on foot.
A crisp potato waffle from Värmland, traditionally served with lingonberries and often pork or cream. It is one of the region’s best-known heritage dishes.
A dense porridge of roasted oat or barley flour, shaped by hand and served with fried pork and lingonberries. Strongly linked to old farm cooking in Värmland.
Pickled herring in classic Swedish styles such as onion, mustard, or dill. Common on festive tables in Värmland and across Sweden.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for seasonal Nordic tasting menus, careful technique, and a polished atmosphere in central Karlstad.
Popular casual venue and brewery known for craft beer, hearty Swedish pub food, and a lively waterfront setting.
Well-known restaurant serving grilled meats, classic dishes, and drinks in a relaxed brasserie-style atmosphere.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is manageable and Karlstad is usually less costly than Stockholm or Gothenburg.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Taxis may be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Karlstad tågstation -> Stora Torget, Karlstad
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm-Arlanda to Karlstad 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 Karlstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockholm-Arlanda to Karlstad trains use the Arlanda Central station to Karlstad tågstation station pair, with some services arriving at Karlstad, Stora Torget. Use this guide to compare Stockholm-Arlanda and Karlstad train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlstad tågstation 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 Frost, Br. Olssons Elektriska
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Karlstad tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Karlstad tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlstad tågstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad tågstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Drott, Elite Stadshotellet Karlstad, Scandic Karlstad City.
Karlstad, Stora Torget has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlstad, Stora Torget: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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