- Recommended
Norrbottens museum
Regional museum with exhibitions on Norrbotten’s history, Sami culture, archaeology, and art. A strong introduction to Luleå and northern Sweden.
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
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 $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 6 trains that leave Umeå for Luleå on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 8 h 1 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.
7104 Norrtåg
7104 Norrtåg
123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+
94 SJ
105 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+
94 SJ+
28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB
94 SJ
7104 Norrtåg
7104 Norrtåg
94 SJ
94 SJ+
28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB
123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+
94 SJOmio 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 train which can get you there in 4h 24m. 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)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Umeå to Luleå:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Umeå to Luleå costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Umeå to Luleå costing on average $94 (€77).
Other travel options to Luleå take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 46m.
Bus takes on average 4h 52m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Tågkompaniet Norrtåg, SJ.
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 Umeå to Luleå trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7104 Norrtåg | 8:07 AM Umeå East Station | 4h09 | 12:16 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7104 Norrtåg | 8:13 AM Umeå Central Station | 4h03 | 12:16 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7108 Norrtåg | 1:23 PM Umeå East Station | 4h06 | 5:29 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7108 Norrtåg | 1:30 PM Umeå Central Station | 3h59 | 5:29 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7110 Norrtåg | 6:25 PM Umeå East Station | 4h17 | 10:42 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
7110 Norrtåg | 6:32 PM Umeå Central Station | 4h10 | 10:42 PM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
105 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+ 94 SJ+ 28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 8:14 PM Umeå, Nya Skravelsjövägen / AC 526 (Skravelsjö) | 10h33 | 6:47 AM Luleå Spantgatan | 2 transfers | |
123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB · 123 Länstrafiken i Västerbotten AB+ 94 SJ | 10:34 PM Umeå | 8h01 | 6:35 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
94 SJ+ 28 Länstrafiken i Norrbotten AB | 2:10 AM Umeå Central Station | 4h37 | 6:47 AM Luleå Spantgatan | 1 transfer | |
94 SJ | 2:10 AM Umeå Central Station | 4h25 | 6:35 AM Luleå, Centralstation | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Umeå to Luleå run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by bus.
There are 5 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 $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Regional museum with exhibitions on Norrbotten’s history, Sami culture, archaeology, and art. A strong introduction to Luleå and northern Sweden.
Open-air museum with historic buildings from the region, offering a look at traditional life in coastal Norrbotten.
Interactive science center and technology museum popular with families, featuring hands-on exhibits connected to northern industry and engineering.
Central waterfront promenade and public space with views over the harbor. A popular place for walks, events, and winter sea-ice scenery.
Seasonal ice track on the frozen sea, one of Luleå’s most distinctive winter experiences for walking, skating, and iconic cold-season photos.
Main central street lined with shops, civic buildings, and everyday city life. Useful for exploring the heart of Luleå on foot.
Protected-designation vendace roe from the northern Bothnian Bay, often served on toast or blini with red onion and sour cream. It is one of the region’s most famous delicacies.
Thinly sliced sautéed reindeer, commonly served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and creamy sauce. It is a classic dish of northern Sweden and Sápmi.
Lightly smoked reindeer meat, traditionally pan-fried and served in flatbread or with potatoes. It is strongly associated with Sami food culture in the north.
Well-known Luleå restaurant with a refined Nordic menu focused on seasonal northern ingredients in an intimate, modern setting.
Established city-center restaurant and bar known for grilled meats, seafood, and a polished brasserie atmosphere. Popular for quality ingredients and strong wine list.
Popular casual venue for craft beer and burgers with a lively atmosphere. Good option for an informal dinner in central Luleå.
Moderate by Swedish standards. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but casual dining and local transport are manageable.
Service is included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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