The cheapest and fastest trains from Umeå to Luleå
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Umeå to Luleå is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Umeå to Luleå will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 7 trains that leave Umeå for Luleå on Wed, Mar 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 49 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.
94 SJ
94 SJ+
31 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB
92 SJ
92 SJ
123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+
94 SJ
94 SJ+
31 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB
94 SJ
92 SJ
92 SJ+
28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB
92 SJTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Umeå to Luleå
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Umeå to Luleå among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $2, and a flight costs an average of $78.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$55 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $197 Average price |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Umeå to Luleå train times
The table below shows live departures for Umeå to Luleå trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:41 PM Umeå | 4h02 | 9:43 PM Luleå | 0 transfersDirect | |
123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+ 94 SJ | 11:04 PM Umeå | 6h31 | 5:35 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, March 18 | |||||
94 SJ | 1:10 AM Umeå Central Station | 4h25 | 5:35 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 SJ+ 31 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 1:10 AM Umeå Central Station | 4h23 | 5:33 AM Luleå Spantgatan | 1 transfer | |
105 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+ 92 SJ+ 28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 4:56 AM Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö) | 6h01 | 10:57 AM Luleå Spantgatan | 2 transfers | |
92 SJ | 6:04 AM Umeå East Station | 4h49 | 10:53 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
92 SJ | 6:19 AM Umeå Central Station | 4h34 | 10:53 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
92 SJ+ 28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 6:19 AM Umeå Central Station | 4h38 | 10:57 AM Luleå Spantgatan | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Umeå to Luleå
Trains from Umeå to Luleå run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Fri |
Best day to book ahead 28 days |
Train companies: Norrtåg, SJ, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ), Vy Norrtåg from Umeå to Luleå trainsNorrtåg, SJ, vy, Swedish Railways (SJ), Vy Norrtåg trains will get you between Umeå and Luleå from $2 (€2). 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 Umeå to Luleå
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Umeå to Luleå 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 Luleå, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Umeå to Luleå
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Järnvägsallén.
- Rost Mat & Kaffe
- Tapas Bar Deli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 5
- Comfort Hotel Winn
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the main entrance.
- Café Östra Station
- Restaurant Rex
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- SEK 10
- Comfort Hotel Umeå City
- Elite Hotel Mimer
- Clarion Collection Hotel Uman
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Walking distance to the University Hospital and the University
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsgatan.
- Nooris Kök & Bar
- Bistro Norrland
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- SEK 5
- Quality Hotel Lulea
- Elite Stadshotellet Luleå
- Clarion Hotel Sense
- Located in the main hall
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Stockholm and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to the city center and surrounding areas.
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