- Must visit
Skoklosters Slott Museum
Museum inside Skokloster Castle with grand interiors, art, arms, and furniture. One of the region’s most important cultural visits near Bålsta.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockholm to Bålsta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockholm to Bålsta will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stockholm for Bålsta on Mon, Aug 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 40 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 Stockholm to Bålsta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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 Bålsta:
A train is $12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Bålsta costing on average $17.
Other travel options to Bålsta take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 17m.
The table below shows live departures for Stockholm to Bålsta trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43 Pendeltåg | 8:56 AM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 9:36 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 8:56 AM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 9:50 AM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
167 SJ | 9:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 9:41 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 9:26 AM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 10:06 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 9:26 AM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 10:21 AM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 9:56 AM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 10:36 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 9:56 AM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 10:50 AM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
169 SJ | 10:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 10:41 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 10:26 AM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 11:06 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 10:26 AM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 11:21 AM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 10:56 AM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 11:36 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 10:56 AM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 11:50 AM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
171 SJ | 11:14 AM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 11:41 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 11:26 AM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 12:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 11:26 AM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 12:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 11:56 AM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 12:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 11:56 AM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 12:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
173 SJ | 12:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 12:41 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 12:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 1:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 12:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 1:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 12:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 1:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 12:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 1:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
175 SJ | 1:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 1:41 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 1:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 2:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 1:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 2:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 1:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 2:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 SJ | 2:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h26 | 2:40 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 SJ+ 32 UL | 2:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h36 | 2:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 2:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 3:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 2:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 3:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 2:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 3:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 2:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 3:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
179 SJ | 3:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 3:41 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 3:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 4:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 3:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 4:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 3:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 4:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 3:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 4:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
181 SJ | 4:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h28 | 4:42 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 4:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 5:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 4:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 5:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 4:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 5:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 4:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 5:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
183 SJ | 5:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h28 | 5:42 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 5:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 6:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 5:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 6:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 5:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 6:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 5:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 6:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
185 SJ | 6:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h28 | 6:42 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 6:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 7:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 6:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 7:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 6:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 7:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 6:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 7:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
187 SJ | 7:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 7:41 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 7:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 8:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 7:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 8:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 7:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 8:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 7:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 8:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
189 SJ | 8:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 8:41 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 8:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 9:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 8:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 9:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 8:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 9:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 8:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 9:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
191 SJ | 9:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 9:41 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 9:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 10:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 9:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 10:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 9:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 10:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 9:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 10:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
193 SJ | 10:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h27 | 10:41 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 10:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 11:06 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 10:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 11:21 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 10:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 11:36 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 32 UL | 10:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h54 | 11:50 PM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
195 SJ | 11:14 PM Stockholm Central Station | 0h28 | 11:42 PM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg | 11:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 12:06 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pendeltåg+ 31 UL | 11:26 PM Stockholm City station | 0h55 | 12:21 AM Bålsta | 1 transfer | |
43 Pendeltåg | 11:56 PM Stockholm City station | 0h40 | 12:36 AM Bålsta station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 17 | |||||
![]() | 6:14 AM Stockholm | 0h27 | 6:41 AM Bålsta | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Stockholm to Bålsta run on average 91 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.
There are 40 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 |
Trains per day 91 |
Direct trains 40 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Bålsta — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bålsta trip today.
Museum inside Skokloster Castle with grand interiors, art, arms, and furniture. One of the region’s most important cultural visits near Bålsta.
Castle museum rooms featuring historic libraries, portraits, and aristocratic collections. A memorable museum experience in an exceptional setting.
Local museum presenting Håbo’s history, everyday life, and community stories. A useful introduction to the area for visitors wanting local context.
Large lakeside recreation area with paths, beach access, and views over Mälaren. Popular for walks, picnics, and relaxed outdoor time in Bålsta.
Nature reserve with broad water views, birds, and walking trails. A rewarding area for fresh air, photography, and seeing Mälaren’s shoreline landscapes.
Waterfront marina area with boats, open views, and a calm local feel. Nice for a stroll, especially in warmer months and around sunset.
Gravlax is salmon cured with salt, sugar and dill. It is a classic Swedish festive dish, often served with mustard sauce and potatoes.
Köttbullar are Swedish meatballs served with cream sauce, lingonberries and potatoes. They are a beloved everyday comfort food across Sweden.
Smörgåstårta is a savory sandwich cake layered with bread, fillings and toppings like shrimp, egg and dill. It is popular at Swedish celebrations.
Casual Indian restaurant known for flavorful curries, tandoori dishes and a reliable local following in central Bålsta.
Established sushi spot offering nigiri, rolls and hot Japanese dishes in a relaxed, convenient town-center setting.
Popular pizzeria and grill with pizza, kebab and casual Swedish fast-food favorites. Good for an easy, informal meal.
Moderate for Sweden: dining and hotels cost more than smaller EU towns, but commuter rail to Stockholm keeps transit practical for visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Bålsta station -> Bålsta centrum, Bålsta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockholm to Bålsta 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 Bålsta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockholm to Bålsta trains use the Stockholm Centralstation to Bålsta tågstation station pair, with some services arriving at Bålsta, Futurum. Use this guide to compare Stockholm and Bålsta train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Stockholm, Cityterminalen has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm, Cityterminalen.
Hjulsta, T-bana is 12 km from Stockholm city centre. Public transport options include:
Hjulsta, T-bana has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available at the station. ATMs are available at Hjulsta, T-bana.
Ticket office support is available at Hjulsta, T-bana.
Available at Hjulsta, T-bana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hjulsta, T-bana: Station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Bålsta tågstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Bålsta tågstation.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bålsta tågstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bålsta tågstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bålsta tågstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bålsta tågstation: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bålsta tågstation: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Bålsta Gästgivaregård, Krägga Mansion.
Bålsta, Futurum is 1 km from Bålsta city centre. Public transport options include:
Bålsta, Futurum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available for passengers. ATMs are available at Bålsta, Futurum.
Ticket office support is available at Bålsta, Futurum.
Available at Bålsta, Futurum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bålsta, Futurum: Station equipped with ramps and elevators.
Bålsta, Gillmarken is 1 km from Bålsta city centre. Public transport options include:
Bålsta, Gillmarken has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bålsta, Gillmarken. ATMs are available at Bålsta, Gillmarken.
Ticket office support is available at Bålsta, Gillmarken.
Available at Bålsta, Gillmarken: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bålsta, Gillmarken: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
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