The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockholm to Alvesta
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$153
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Alvesta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Alvesta will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 22 trains that leave Stockholm for Alvesta on Fri, May 08, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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.
1 SJ11:17 PM5h04Stockholm Central Station4:21 AMAlvesta station$671One-way0 transfers
307 Snälltåget10:43 AM3h27Stockholm Central Station2:10 PMAlvesta station$691One-way0 transfers
381 SJ7:29 AM3h34Stockholm Central Station11:03 AMAlvesta station$701One-way0 transfers
385 SJ2:28 PM3h31Stockholm Central Station5:59 PMAlvesta station$831One-way0 transfers
3943 Snälltåget4:25 PM3h30Stockholm Central Station7:55 PMAlvesta station$901One-way0 transfers
505 X 20004:56 PM2h54Stockholm Central Station7:50 PMAlvesta station$1821One-way0 transfers
519 X 20005:22 AM3h04Stockholm Central Station8:26 AMAlvesta station$1081One-way0 transfers
535 X 20001:25 PM3h05Stockholm Central Station4:30 PMAlvesta station$2481One-way0 transfers
539 X 20003:20 PM3h06Stockholm Central Station6:26 PMAlvesta station$2821One-way0 transfers
545 X 20006:23 PM3h07Stockholm Central Station9:30 PMAlvesta station$951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Stockholm to Alvesta
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Alvesta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price Cheapest | $221 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stockholm to Alvesta:
A train is $166 (€133) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Alvesta costing on average $221 (€177).
Other travel options to Alvesta take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
The journey is about 1h 5m faster (3h 31m by train vs 4h 36m by car) and roughly $34 (€27) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($55 (€44) vs $89 (€71)). 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.
Live departures
Stockholm to Alvesta train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Alvesta trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
519 X 2000 | 5:22 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h04 | 8:26 AM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
521 X 2000 | 6:20 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h10 | 9:30 AM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
523 X 2000 | 7:22 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h08 | 10:30 AM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
501 SJ 3000 | 8:34 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h20 | 11:54 AM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3941 Snälltåget | 9:05 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h35 | 12:40 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
527 X 2000 | 9:19 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h12 | 12:31 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
529 X 2000 | 10:23 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h08 | 1:31 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
307 Snälltåget | 10:43 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h27 | 2:10 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
531 X 2000 | 11:20 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3h11 | 2:31 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
533 X 2000 | 12:23 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h07 | 3:30 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
535 X 2000 | 1:25 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h05 | 4:30 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
537 X 2000 | 2:20 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h11 | 5:31 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
385 SJ | 2:28 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h31 | 5:59 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
539 X 2000 | 3:20 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h06 | 6:26 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3943 Snälltåget | 4:25 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h30 | 7:55 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
545 X 2000 | 6:23 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h07 | 9:30 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
547 X 2000 | 7:20 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3h10 | 10:30 PM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1 SJ | 11:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4h46 | 4:03 AM Alvesta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockholm to Alvesta
Trains from Stockholm to Alvesta run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: SJ, Snälltåget, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Stockholm to Alvesta trainsSJ, Snälltåget, Malartag, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Stockholm and Alvesta from $26 (€21). 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 Stockholm to Alvesta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Alvesta 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 Alvesta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stockholm to Alvesta
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Stationsgatan.
- Restaurang & Café Stinsen
- Pizzeria Alvesta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Hotel Rådmannen
- Hotell Varend
- Located in the main hall
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Train: Öresundståg
- Bus: Local bus services available
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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